Peterborough Cathedral
Peterborough, England · PE1 1XS
Diocese of Peterborough
Your visit at a glance
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. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church 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.
- Sunday08:00
Holy Communion (BCP)
- Sunday10:30
Sung Eucharist
- Sunday15:30
Choral Evensong
- Weekdays08:30
Morning Prayer
- Weekdays17:30
Evensong
The church & its community
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.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Peterborough, England
- Postcode
- PE1 1XS
- Diocese
- Diocese of Peterborough
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?
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.
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:
- Wheelchair access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Cathedral choir
- Daily worship
- 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 Peterborough Cathedral
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?
The listed schedule for Peterborough Cathedral is Sunday 08:00 (Holy Communion (BCP)); Sunday 10:30 (Sung Eucharist); Sunday 15:30 (Choral Evensong); Weekdays 08:30 (Morning Prayer); Weekdays 17:30 (Evensong). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
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.