St Albans Cathedral
St Albans, St Albans, England, AL1 1BY
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion
Quick answer
St Albans Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at St Albans in St Albans, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 09:30 — 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
- St Albans, England
- Postcode
- AL1 1BY
- Diocese
- Diocese of St Albans
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion
Sung Eucharist
Choral Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Morning Prayer
Choral Evensong
About St Albans Cathedral
The Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban marks the site of the martyrdom of St Alban, Britain's first Christian saint, killed for his faith in the early years of the Roman Empire. The present building was begun in 1077 on the site of the Saxon abbey and has the longest nave in England. St Albans is a major place of pilgrimage and offers a rich daily round of Anglican worship in the Diocese of St Albans, with a celebrated cathedral choir and a strong commitment to community engagement.
Notable facts about St Albans Cathedral
- As a cathedral, St Albans 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.
- St Albans Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of St Albans, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 6 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, St Albans Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- St Albans 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
- Shrine of St Alban
- Refectory restaurant
- Shop
- Guided tours
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St Albans Cathedral?
St Albans Cathedral is located at St Albans, St Albans, AL1 1BY, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Albans Cathedral?
St Albans Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of St Albans. 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 St Albans Cathedral?
St Albans 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 St Albans Cathedral?
You can contact St Albans Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Albans Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St Albans Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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