Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters, Exeter, England, EX1 1HS
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
Quick answer
Exeter Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at 1 The Cloisters in Exeter, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 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
- Exeter, England
- Postcode
- EX1 1HS
- Diocese
- Diocese of Exeter
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion (BCP)
Sung Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Morning Prayer
Evensong
About Exeter Cathedral
Exeter Cathedral, properly known as the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter, is an Anglican cathedral, and the seat of the Bishop of Exeter, in the city of Exeter, Devon, in South West England. The present building was complete by about 1400 and has several notable features, including an early set of misericords, an astronomical clock and the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world.
Notable facts about Exeter Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Exeter 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.
- Exeter Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Exeter, 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, Exeter Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Exeter 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 worship
- Café
- Gift shop
- Guided tours
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Exeter Cathedral?
Exeter Cathedral is located at 1 The Cloisters, Exeter, EX1 1HS, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Exeter Cathedral?
Exeter Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Exeter. 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 Exeter Cathedral?
Exeter 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 Exeter Cathedral?
You can contact Exeter Cathedral by phone or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Exeter Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Exeter Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.