Salisbury Cathedral
33 The Close, Salisbury, England, SP1 2EJ
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion
Quick answer
Salisbury Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at 33 The Close in Salisbury, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion 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
- Salisbury, England
- Postcode
- SP1 2EJ
- Diocese
- Diocese of Salisbury
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion
- Accessibility
- Step-free access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion
Sung Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Choral Evensong
About Salisbury Cathedral
Built between 1220 and 1258, Salisbury Cathedral is celebrated for the unity of its Early English Gothic architecture. It boasts the tallest church spire in the United Kingdom (123 metres), the largest cloister of any English cathedral, and houses the best-preserved of the four surviving 1215 copies of Magna Carta.
Notable facts about Salisbury Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Salisbury 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.
- Salisbury Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Salisbury, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 4 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Salisbury Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Salisbury Cathedral has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including step-free 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
- Step-free access
- Choir
- Cloisters
- Magna Carta exhibition
- Tower tours
- Café
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Salisbury Cathedral?
Salisbury Cathedral is located at 33 The Close, Salisbury, SP1 2EJ, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Salisbury Cathedral?
Salisbury Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Salisbury. 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 Salisbury Cathedral?
Salisbury 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 Salisbury Cathedral?
You can contact Salisbury Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Salisbury Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Salisbury Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.