Your visit at a glance
St George's Cathedral, Southwark is a Roman Catholic church at Westminster Bridge Road, London in London, England. Sunday services include Mass at 08:00 and Family Mass at 10:00. 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.
- Weekdays07:30
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Weekdays12:30
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Saturday09:30
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Saturday18:00
First Mass of Sunday
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday08:00
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday10:00
Family Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday12:00
Solemn Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday13:30
Mass (Español)
Source checked 18 July 2026- Sunday18:00
Mass
Source checked 18 July 2026
The church & its community
About St George's Cathedral, Southwark
St George's Cathedral on Westminster Bridge Road is the Metropolitan Cathedral Church of St George — the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark and the seat of the Archbishop of Southwark. Designed by Augustus Welby Northmore Pugin and opened in 1848, it was the first Catholic cathedral built in England after the Reformation. Gutted by wartime bombing, it was faithfully rebuilt and reopened in 1958. The cathedral has a celebrated musical tradition and welcomes everyone to its daily Masses.
- Christian tradition
- Roman Catholic
- Town & country
- London, England
- Postcode
- SE1 7HY
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Southwark
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
- Thursday Eucharistic adoration
- Cathedral choir
- Mass in Spanish
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 George's Cathedral, Southwark
Where is St George's Cathedral, Southwark?
St George's Cathedral, Southwark is located at Westminster Bridge Road, London, London, SE1 7HY, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St George's Cathedral, Southwark?
St George's Cathedral, Southwark is a Roman Catholic church, part of the Archdiocese of Southwark. 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 George's Cathedral, Southwark?
The listed schedule for St George's Cathedral, Southwark is Weekdays 07:30 (Mass); Weekdays 12:30 (Mass); Saturday 09:30 (Mass); Saturday 18:00 (First Mass of Sunday); Sunday 08:00 (Mass); Sunday 10:00 (Family Mass); Sunday 12:00 (Solemn Mass); Sunday 13:30 (Mass (Español)); Sunday 18:00 (Mass). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact St George's Cathedral, Southwark?
You can contact St George's Cathedral, Southwark by phone or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St George's Cathedral, Southwark?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, St George's Cathedral, Southwark welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.
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