Peterborough Cathedral
Peterborough, England, PE1 1XS
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion (BCP)
Quick answer
Peterborough Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church in Peterborough, 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
- Peterborough, England
- Postcode
- PE1 1XS
- Diocese
- Diocese of Peterborough
- 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 Peterborough Cathedral
Peterborough Cathedral, properly the Cathedral Church of St Peter, St Paul and St Andrew, and formerly known as Peterborough Abbey or St Peter's Abbey, is a cathedral in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, in the United Kingdom. The seat of the Anglican Bishop of Peterborough, it is dedicated to the Apostles Saint Peter, Saint Paul, and Saint Andrew, whose statues look down from the three high gables of the West Front. Founded in the Anglo-Saxon period as a minster it became one of England's most important Benedictine abbeys, becoming a cathedral only in 1542. Its architecture is mainly Norman, following a rebuilding in the 12th century.
Notable facts about Peterborough Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Peterborough 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.
- Peterborough Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Peterborough, 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, Peterborough Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Peterborough 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 Peterborough Cathedral?
Peterborough Cathedral is located at Peterborough, PE1 1XS, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Peterborough Cathedral?
Peterborough Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Peterborough. 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 Peterborough Cathedral?
Peterborough 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 Peterborough Cathedral?
You can contact Peterborough Cathedral by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Peterborough Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Peterborough Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.