Your visit at a glance
Down Cathedral is a Church of Ireland church in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland. Sunday services include Holy Communion at 08:30 and Sung Eucharist at 11:00. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church service times
The usual schedule recorded for this church. Check the official church notice or newsletter for this week’s arrangements. Times are local to the UK.
- Sunday08:30
Holy Communion
- Sunday11:00
Sung Eucharist
- Sunday15:15
Choral Evensong
The church & its community
About Down Cathedral
Down Cathedral, the Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity, is a Church of Ireland cathedral located in the town of Downpatrick in Northern Ireland. It stands on Cathedral Hill overlooking the town. It is one of two cathedrals in the Diocese of Down and Dromore. The cathedral is the centre point of Downpatrick, a relatively new name for the settlement, having only come into usage in the seventeenth century.
- Christian tradition
- Church of Ireland
- Town & country
- Downpatrick, Northern Ireland
- Postcode
- BT30 6AB
A little preparation helps
Planning your first visit
- Choose a service. Check the church’s current notice for changes, especially at Christmas, Easter or on bank holidays.
- Plan your arrival. Use the address below and ask about the entrance, parking or public transport if you need help.
- Let someone welcome you. Tell a steward or welcomer it is your first visit; you can ask where to sit and how to follow the service.
What is worship in this tradition usually like?
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Access information recorded for this church:
- Wheelchair access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Choir
- Daily worship
- Visitor centre
Ask the church about your particular requirements, including the route from the entrance to seating and toilets. A listed feature may not describe every part of the building.
Questions to ask about access →Questions about Down Cathedral
Where is Down Cathedral?
Down Cathedral is located at Downpatrick, BT30 6AB, Northern Ireland. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Down Cathedral?
Down Cathedral is a Church of Ireland church. You can read more about the Church of Ireland tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Down Cathedral?
The listed schedule for Down Cathedral is Sunday 08:30 (Holy Communion); Sunday 11:00 (Sung Eucharist); Sunday 15:15 (Choral Evensong). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Down Cathedral?
You can contact Down Cathedral through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Down Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in Northern Ireland, Down Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.