Winchester Cathedral
Winchester, England · SO23 9LS
Diocese of Winchester
Your visit at a glance
Winchester Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church at Cathedral Close, Winchester in Winchester, England. Sunday services include Holy Communion (BCP) at 08:00 and Sung Eucharist at 09:45. 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 (BCP)
- Sunday09:45
Sung Eucharist
- Sunday11:30
Cathedral Eucharist
- Sunday15:30
Choral Evensong
- Weekdays07:30
Morning Prayer
- Weekdays17:30
Choral Evensong
The church & its community
About Winchester Cathedral
Winchester Cathedral is one of the largest cathedrals in Europe, with the longest nave of any Gothic cathedral. Founded in 642 and rebuilt by the Normans from 1079, it has been at the heart of English Christianity for over a thousand years. The cathedral is the burial place of King Cnut, William II, and the novelist Jane Austen, whose grave in the north aisle is visited by readers from around the world. As the seat of the Diocese of Winchester it offers a full programme of daily Anglican worship, including a renowned tradition of choral evensong sung by the Cathedral Choir.
- Christian tradition
- Church of England (Anglican)
- Town & country
- Winchester, England
- Postcode
- SO23 9LS
- Diocese
- Diocese of Winchester
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
- Daily worship
- Crypt
- Library and Triforium Gallery
- Café
- Shop
- Guided tours
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 Winchester Cathedral
Where is Winchester Cathedral?
Winchester Cathedral is located at Cathedral Close, Winchester, Winchester, SO23 9LS, England. You can open directions to it using the map link on this page.
What denomination is Winchester Cathedral?
Winchester Cathedral is a Church of England (Anglican) church, part of the Diocese of Winchester. 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 Winchester Cathedral?
The listed schedule for Winchester Cathedral is Sunday 08:00 (Holy Communion (BCP)); Sunday 09:45 (Sung Eucharist); Sunday 11:30 (Cathedral Eucharist); Sunday 15:30 (Choral Evensong); Weekdays 07:30 (Morning Prayer); Weekdays 17:30 (Choral Evensong). Confirm with the church before travelling, especially on holidays or for special services.
How do I contact Winchester Cathedral?
You can contact Winchester Cathedral by phone, by email or through its website using the details in the contact panel on this page.
Can anyone attend Winchester Cathedral?
Yes. Like almost all Christian churches in England, Winchester Cathedral welcomes visitors and newcomers to its public services, whatever your background or experience of church.