Southwark Cathedral
London Bridge, London, England, SE1 9DA
Next service Sunday 19 July · 09:00 — Sung Eucharist
Quick answer
Southwark Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at London Bridge in London, England. Sunday services include Sung Eucharist at 09:00 and Choral 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 of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- London, England
- Postcode
- SE1 9DA
- Diocese
- Diocese of London
- Main service
- Sunday 09:00 — Sung Eucharist
- Accessibility
- Step-free access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Sung Eucharist
Choral Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Choral Evensong
About Southwark Cathedral
Southwark Cathedral has been a place of Christian worship for more than 1,000 years. Originally founded as a monastic priory in 1106 (with traditions tracing back to the 7th century), it became a cathedral in 1905. It sits beside Borough Market on the south bank of the Thames and includes a tomb to John Gower and a memorial to Shakespeare's brother Edmund.
Notable facts about Southwark Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Southwark 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.
- Southwark Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of London, 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, Southwark Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Southwark 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
- Refectory
- Shop
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Southwark Cathedral?
Southwark Cathedral is located at London Bridge, London, SE1 9DA, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Southwark Cathedral?
Southwark Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of London. 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 Southwark Cathedral?
Southwark 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 Southwark Cathedral?
You can contact Southwark Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Southwark Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Southwark Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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