St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds
Cathedral House, Great George Street, Leeds, Leeds, England, LS2 8BE
Next service Sunday 19 July · 09:30 — Mass
Quick answer
St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds is a Roman Catholic church at Cathedral House, Great George Street, Leeds in Leeds, England. Sunday services include Mass at 09:30 and Sung Mass at 11:00 — times verified 18 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 18 July 2026
- Denomination
- Roman Catholic (catholic)
- Location
- Leeds, England
- Postcode
- LS2 8BE
- Diocese
- Diocese of Leeds
- Main service
- Saturday 18:00 — Vigil Mass
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access via Great George Street
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 18 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Vigil Mass
verified 18 July 2026
Mass
verified 18 July 2026
Sung Mass
Livestreamed weekly on Leeds Cathedral Live
verified 18 July 2026
Mass
verified 18 July 2026
Mass
verified 18 July 2026
About St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds
St Anne's Cathedral — Leeds Cathedral — is the Roman Catholic cathedral of the Diocese of Leeds and the seat of the Bishop of Leeds, standing between Cookridge Street and Great George Street in the city centre. Built between 1901 and 1904 to designs by John Henry Eastwood in an Arts and Crafts Gothic style, it was consecrated in 1924 and extensively restored in 2006. The cathedral is renowned for its music, sung by choirs drawn from the Diocese of Leeds Schools Singing Programme, and its Sunday Mass is livestreamed each week.
Notable facts about St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds
- As a cathedral, St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds 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 Roman Catholic Church is the largest Christian denomination in the world and in the UK, tracing its leadership in continuous succession from the Apostle Peter.
- St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds belongs to the Diocese of Leeds, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 5 regular services listed across 3 days of the week, St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access via great george street.
What to Expect at a Roman Catholic Church
Roman Catholic worship centres on the Mass, the celebration of the Eucharist. A typical Mass includes readings from Scripture, a homily, the Liturgy of the Eucharist and Holy Communion, and usually lasts around an hour. Most parishes offer a Saturday evening Vigil Mass as well as Sunday morning Masses, along with regular opportunities for confession (reconciliation). Visitors of any background are welcome to attend.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access via Great George Street
- Daily Mass
- Cathedral choirs
- Livestreamed Sunday Mass
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds?
St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds is located at Cathedral House, Great George Street, Leeds, Leeds, LS2 8BE, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds?
St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Diocese of Leeds. You can read more about the Roman Catholic tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds?
St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds holds regular services on Saturday, Sunday, Monday to Friday; 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 Anne's Cathedral, Leeds?
You can contact St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St Anne's Cathedral, Leeds welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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