Wakefield Cathedral
Westmorland Street, Wakefield, Wakefield, England, WF1 1HG
Next service Sunday 19 July · 08:00 — Holy Communion
Quick answer
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 — times verified 1 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 1 July 2026
- Denomination
- Church of England (Anglican) (anglican)
- Location
- Wakefield, England
- Postcode
- WF1 1HG
- Diocese
- Diocese of Leeds
- Main service
- Sunday 08:00 — Holy Communion
- Accessibility
- Wheelchair access, Loop system
Service & Mass Times
Service times verified 1 July 2026 — confirm with the parish before travelling.
Holy Communion
Parish Eucharist
Choral Eucharist
Choral Evensong
Morning Prayer
Choral Evensong (term time)
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.
Notable facts about Wakefield Cathedral
- As a cathedral, Wakefield Cathedral 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 England is the established church of England and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion, which numbers tens of millions of members across more than 165 countries.
- Wakefield Cathedral belongs to the Diocese of Leeds, the regional family of churches through which its tradition organises worship, clergy and community life.
- With 6 regular services listed across 2 days of the week, Wakefield Cathedral offers a fuller rhythm of worship than many local churches.
- Wakefield Cathedral has made a point of being welcoming to all, with accessibility features including wheelchair access.
What to Expect at a Church of England (Anglican) Church
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.
Facilities & Accessibility
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access
- Loop system
- Cathedral choir
- Café
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
Wakefield Cathedral holds regular services on Sunday, Weekdays; 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 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.