Your visit at a glance
Wakefield Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Westmorland Street, Wakefield in Wakefield, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion at 08:00 and Parish Eucharist at 09:15. Confirm the current schedule with the church before travelling. Church Near Me lists the address, contact details and what to expect below.
Worship together
Church 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.
- Sunday08:00
Holy Communion
- Sunday09:15
Parish Eucharist
- Sunday11:00
Choral Eucharist
- Sunday15:30
Choral Evensong
- Weekdays08:00
Morning Prayer
- Weekdays17:15
Choral Evensong (term time)
The church & its community
About Wakefield Cathedral
Wakefield Cathedral, the Cathedral Church of All Saints, was raised to cathedral status in 1888 when the Diocese of Wakefield was created. Its 247-foot spire — the tallest in Yorkshire — has dominated the city for over six hundred years. Although the diocese was merged into the Diocese of Leeds in 2014, the cathedral remains a centre of Anglican worship and civic life for Wakefield.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Wakefield, England
- Postcode
- WF1 1HG
- Diocese
- Diocese of Leeds
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?
Anglican (Church of England) worship follows the rhythm of the Book of Common Prayer and Common Worship. Sunday services often range from a said early-morning Holy Communion to a main mid-morning Sung Eucharist or Morning Prayer, and many parishes hold Choral Evensong later in the day. Services blend set liturgy, hymns, Scripture readings and a sermon. Everyone is welcome, whether you are exploring faith or returning to church.
This describes the wider tradition. The format at this particular church may vary.
Visit with confidence
Accessibility and facilities
Access information recorded for this church:
- Wheelchair access
Other listed facilities and activities
- Cathedral choir
- Café
- Loop system
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 Wakefield Cathedral
Where is Wakefield Cathedral?
Wakefield Cathedral is located at Westmorland Street, Wakefield, Wakefield, WF1 1HG, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Wakefield Cathedral?
Wakefield Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Leeds. You can read more about the Church of England (Anglican) tradition, its beliefs and how it worships on our denomination guide.
What time are services at Wakefield Cathedral?
The listed schedule for Wakefield Cathedral is Sunday 08:00 (Holy Communion); Sunday 09:15 (Parish Eucharist); Sunday 11:00 (Choral Eucharist); Sunday 15:30 (Choral Evensong); Weekdays 08:00 (Morning Prayer); Weekdays 17:15 (Choral Evensong (term time)). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Wakefield Cathedral?
You can contact Wakefield Cathedral through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Wakefield Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Wakefield Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.