Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
Liverpool, England · L3 5TQ
Archdiocese of Liverpool
Your visit at a glance
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church at Cathedral House, Mount Pleasant in Liverpool, England. Sunday services include Mass at 08:30 and Solemn Mass 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
Mass and 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
Mass
- Sunday11:00
Solemn Mass
- Sunday19:00
Mass
- Weekdays08:00
Mass
- Weekdays12:15
Mass
The church & its community
About Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
The Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Liverpool, known affectionately as 'Paddy's Wigwam' because of its distinctive tent-like silhouette, is one of the great post-war pieces of sacred architecture in Europe. Consecrated in 1967 to designs by Frederick Gibberd, it replaced a more conventional brick structure that had been started in 1930 to designs by Edwin Lutyens (whose immense crypt survives beneath). The futuristic circular building with its striking Crown of Thorns lantern tower stands at the top of Mount Pleasant, directly opposite Liverpool's Anglican Cathedral, with the two linked by Hope Street — a road that has come to symbolise Christian ecumenism in the city.
- Christian tradition
- Roman Catholic
- Town & country
- Liverpool, England
- Postcode
- L3 5TQ
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Liverpool
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?
Roman Catholic worship centres on the Mass, the celebration of the Eucharist. A typical Mass includes readings from Scripture, a homily, the Liturgy of the Eucharist and Holy Communion, and usually lasts around an hour. Most parishes offer a Saturday evening Vigil Mass as well as Sunday morning Masses, along with regular opportunities for confession (reconciliation). Visitors of any background are welcome to attend.
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:
- Step-free access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Choir
- Lutyens Crypt
- Café
- Gift shop
- Guided tours
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 Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
Where is Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral?
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is located at Cathedral House, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5TQ, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral?
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Archdiocese of Liverpool. You can read more about the Roman Catholic tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral?
The listed schedule for Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral is Sunday 08:30 (Mass); Sunday 11:00 (Solemn Mass); Sunday 19:00 (Mass); Weekdays 08:00 (Mass); Weekdays 12:15 (Mass). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral?
You can contact Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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