Your visit at a glance
St David's Cathedral, Cardiff is a Roman Catholic church at Cathedral Clergy House, 38 Charles Street, Cardiff in Cardiff, Wales. Sunday services include Sung Mass at 11:00 and Evening Mass at 17:30. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
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Mass and 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.
- Saturday17:30
Vigil Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday11:00
Sung Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday17:30
Evening Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Tuesday to Friday12:45
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Saturday10:00
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026
The church & its community
About St David's Cathedral, Cardiff
St David's Cathedral — formally the Metropolitan Cathedral Church of St David — is the Roman Catholic cathedral of the Archdiocese of Cardiff, standing on Charles Street in the city centre. Built between 1882 and 1887 to designs by Pugin & Pugin, it became a cathedral when the Archdiocese of Cardiff was created in 1916. Badly damaged by wartime bombing in 1941, it was carefully restored and remains the mother church of Catholic south-east Wales, with a daily round of Mass open to all.
- Christian tradition
- Roman Catholic
- Town & country
- Cardiff, Wales
- Postcode
- CF10 2SF
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Cardiff
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?
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.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Specific access facilities have not been confirmed in this listing. This does not mean the church is inaccessible.
Other listed facilities and activities
- Daily Mass
- Confessions
- Cathedral choir
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 St David's Cathedral, Cardiff
Where is St David's Cathedral, Cardiff?
St David's Cathedral, Cardiff is located at Cathedral Clergy House, 38 Charles Street, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 2SF, Wales. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St David's Cathedral, Cardiff?
St David's Cathedral, Cardiff is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Archdiocese of Cardiff. 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 David's Cathedral, Cardiff?
The listed schedule for St David's Cathedral, Cardiff is Saturday 17:30 (Vigil Mass); Sunday 11:00 (Sung Mass); Sunday 17:30 (Evening Mass); Tuesday to Friday 12:45 (Mass); Saturday 10:00 (Mass). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact St David's Cathedral, Cardiff?
You can contact St David's Cathedral, Cardiff by phone or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St David's Cathedral, Cardiff?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in Wales, St David's Cathedral, Cardiff welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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