Newport Cathedral
105 Stow Hill, Newport, Newport, Wales, NP20 4ED
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Eucharist
Quick answer
Newport Cathedral is a Church in Wales church at 105 Stow Hill, Newport in Newport, Wales. Sunday services include Holy Eucharist at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 11:00 — 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 in Wales (anglican)
- Location
- Newport, Wales
- Postcode
- NP20 4ED
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Eucharist
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Eucharist
Sung Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Said Eucharist (Wednesday)
About Newport Cathedral
Newport Cathedral, the Cathedral Church of St Woolos (St Gwynllyw), is the cathedral of the Diocese of Monmouth in the Church in Wales. Founded in the 6th century by St Gwynllyw, it stands on Stow Hill above the city of Newport. The cathedral is famous for its unique Norman porch — once the entrance to a separate church — and its 20th-century east end designed by John Hughes. It is one of the most ancient places of Christian worship in Wales.
Notable facts about Newport Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Newport 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 in Wales is the Anglican church of Wales; disestablished in 1920, it blends the Anglican tradition with a distinctively Welsh, often bilingual, pattern of worship.
- With 4 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Newport Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Newport Cathedral has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access.
What to Expect at a Church in Wales 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
- Choir
- Welsh and English services
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Newport Cathedral?
Newport Cathedral is located at 105 Stow Hill, Newport, Newport, NP20 4ED, Wales. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Newport Cathedral?
Newport Cathedral is a Church in Wales church. You can read more about the Church in Wales tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Newport Cathedral?
Newport 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 Newport Cathedral?
You can contact Newport Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Newport Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in Wales, Newport Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.