St George's Cathedral, Southwark
Westminster Bridge Road, London, London, England, SE1 7HY
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Mass
Quick answer
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 — 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
- London, England
- Postcode
- SE1 7HY
- Diocese
- Archdiocese of Southwark
- Main service
- Weekdays 07:30 — Mass
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 18 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
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First Mass of Sunday
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Family Mass
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Solemn Mass
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Mass (Español)
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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.
Notable facts about St George's Cathedral, Southwark
- As a cathedral, St George's Cathedral, Southwark 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 George's Cathedral, Southwark belongs to the Archdiocese of Southwark, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 9 regular services listed across 3 days of the week, St George's Cathedral, Southwark offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
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
- Daily Mass
- Confessions
- Thursday Eucharistic adoration
- Cathedral choir
- Mass in Spanish
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
St George's Cathedral, Southwark holds regular services on Weekdays, Saturday, Sunday; 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 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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