St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall
Broad Street, Kirkwall, Orkney, Kirkwall, Scotland, KW15 1PA
Next service Sunday 19 July · 11:15 — Morning Worship
Quick answer
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall is a Church of Scotland church at Broad Street, Kirkwall, Orkney in Kirkwall, Scotland. Sunday services include Morning Worship at 11:15 — 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
- Church of Scotland (protestant)
- Location
- Kirkwall, Scotland
- Postcode
- KW15 1PA
- Main service
- Sunday 11:15 — Morning Worship
- Accessibility
- Hearing loop
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 18 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Morning Worship
verified 18 July 2026
About St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall
St Magnus Cathedral in Kirkwall, Britain's most northerly cathedral, was founded in 1137 by the Viking Earl Rognvald in honour of his uncle St Magnus, martyred on Orkney. Built over three centuries in red and yellow sandstone, the 'Light in the North' is one of the finest and best-preserved medieval cathedrals in Scotland. The cathedral belongs to the people of Orkney, and its Church of Scotland congregation worships in a contemporary liturgical style, welcoming visitors of every tradition and none.
Notable facts about St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall
- As a cathedral, St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall 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 Scotland, known affectionately as "the Kirk", is the national church of Scotland and is Presbyterian in its governance by elders rather than bishops.
- St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including hearing loop.
What to Expect at a Church of Scotland Church
Church of Scotland (Presbyterian) worship is dignified and Bible-centred, typically including psalms and hymns, prayers, Scripture readings and a sermon, with Communion celebrated several times a year. Services are usually held on Sunday mornings and everyone is welcome.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Hearing loop
- Romanesque nave
- St Magnus relics
- Gift stall
- Large-print hymn books
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall?
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall is located at Broad Street, Kirkwall, Orkney, Kirkwall, KW15 1PA, Scotland. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall?
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall is a Church of Scotland church. You can read more about the Church of Scotland tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall?
St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall holds regular services on 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 Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall?
You can contact St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in Scotland, St Magnus Cathedral, Kirkwall welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.