Ely Cathedral
The College ('Oister Lane), Ely, Ely, England, CB7 4DL
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:15 — Holy Communion
Quick answer
Ely Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at The College ('Oister Lane), Ely in Ely, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion at 08:15 and Sung Eucharist at 10:30 — times verified 1 July 2026, but confirm with the parish before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
At a Glance
Verified 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Ely, England
- Postcode
- CB7 4DL
- Diocese
- Diocese of Ely
- Main service
- Sunday 08:15 — Holy Communion
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion
Sung Eucharist
Evensong
Morning Prayer
Evensong
About Ely Cathedral
Central Hall Westminster on Storey's Gate, opposite Westminster Abbey, is the national headquarters of the Methodist Church in Great Britain and one of the largest central Methodist churches in the world. The Edwardian Baroque building, completed in 1912, seats 2,600 people and has hosted many historic events including the first meeting of the United Nations General Assembly in 1946.
Notable facts about Ely Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Ely Cathedral is the seat of a bishop and the mother church of its diocese — the principal church of the wider region, and traditionally a centre of choral music, civic services and pilgrimage.
- The Church of England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- Ely Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Ely, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 5 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Ely Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Ely Cathedral has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
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.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Cathedral choir
- Daily Eucharist
- Stained Glass Museum
- Octagon Tower tours
- Refectory café
- Bookshop
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ely Cathedral?
Ely Cathedral is located at The College ('Oister Lane), Ely, Ely, CB7 4DL, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Ely Cathedral?
Ely Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Ely. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Ely Cathedral?
Ely Cathedral holds regular services on Sunday, Weekdays; see the full list of service times on this page. Times can change for holidays and special occasions, so it is worth checking with the church before visiting.
How do I contact Ely Cathedral?
You can contact Ely Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Ely Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Ely Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.