St Albans Cathedral

St Albans Cathedral St Albans Cathedral stands over the place where Alban, Britain's first saint, was buried after giving his life for what he believed in.
(1448)

Today the Cathedral continues to welcome pilgrims and visitors as a place of peace and historical interest, while also running a lively events programme and still serving as a parish church for the local community. For further details on our long, fascinating history, visiting information, or current events, please visit the website. Entry to the Cathedral is free of charge.

Join us this morning for the Feast of St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist.🕐 9.30am🗣️ The Very Revd Jo Kelly-Moore, Dean🎥
21/09/2025

Join us this morning for the Feast of St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist.
🕐 9.30am
🗣️ The Very Revd Jo Kelly-Moore, Dean
🎥

Dean Jo preaches at the Parish Eucharist sung by the Parish Singers, with the Parish Orchestra. Follow along at home: https://bit.ly/46tjJiG

On this UN World Peace Day we unite our prayers, and commit ourselves to work, for peace in God’s world. Join us in a pr...
21/09/2025

On this UN World Peace Day we unite our prayers, and commit ourselves to work, for peace in God’s world. Join us in a prayer offered by the Archbishop of Jerusalem for this day 🙏

Join us tomorrow morning for the Feast of St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist🕐 9.30am🗣️ The Very Revd Jo Kelly-Moore, Dea...
20/09/2025

Join us tomorrow morning for the Feast of St Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist
🕐 9.30am
🗣️ The Very Revd Jo Kelly-Moore, Dean
🎥

Dean Jo preaches at the Parish Eucharist sung by the Parish Singers, with the Parish Orchestra. Follow along at home: https://bit.ly/46tjJiG

Be in with a chance to win a £75 voucher by filling in this short survey about St Albans Cathedral.The Association of En...
17/09/2025

Be in with a chance to win a £75 voucher by filling in this short survey about St Albans Cathedral.

The Association of English Cathedrals have teamed up with Theos Think Tank to find out more about how cathedrals contribute to our communities.

📝https://ow.ly/iPMb50WY3q7

150 years ago, the Royal Choral Society gave the UK premiere of Verdi’s Requiem.Now they return to this towering masterp...
16/09/2025

150 years ago, the Royal Choral Society gave the UK premiere of Verdi’s Requiem.
Now they return to this towering masterpiece at St Albans Cathedral.

An historic performance in a sacred space.
🎫https://ow.ly/MyUP50WXp0N
~

Celebrating 150 years since the choir gave the UK premiere with the composer himself conducting, the Royal Choral Society performs Verdi’s Requiem.

We pray for the repose of the soul of HRH The Duchess of Kent, giving thanks for her life and faithful service.  We pray...
16/09/2025

We pray for the repose of the soul of HRH The Duchess of Kent, giving thanks for her life and faithful service. We pray for HRH The Duke of Kent, their children and for all the Royal family at this sad time.

Members of the public wishing to pay their condolences to Her Royal Highness's family can do so through this book of condolence.

https://www.royal.uk/condolences-duchess-kent

Light, memory & peace — Poppy Fields returns. Walk through our immersive sound & light show, reflect on past wars & embr...
14/09/2025

Light, memory & peace — Poppy Fields returns. Walk through our immersive sound & light show, reflect on past wars & embrace hope for the future. Evening slots & family viewings; tickets going fast.
🎫https://ow.ly/H6Rk50WVZkx

For five nights the Cathedral will be illuminated with the immersive sound and light installation Poppy Fields by Luxmuralis.

Join us this morning for our Choral Eucharist on Holy Cross Day.🕐 11.30🗣️ Fr Jason🎥
14/09/2025

Join us this morning for our Choral Eucharist on Holy Cross Day.
🕐 11.30
🗣️ Fr Jason
🎥

Fr Jason, our Youth Chaplain, preaches at our choral eucharist on Holy Cross Day. We welcome back the lay clerks of the Cathedral Choir after their summer br...

Lost timetable? Crushed banana in the new bag? Already missing the summer?Come and get your bags (and your spirit) bless...
13/09/2025

Lost timetable? Crushed banana in the new bag? Already missing the summer?
Come and get your bags (and your spirit) blessed at our Bag Blessing Service tomorrow!
📚 Sunday 9.30am
🗣️ Fr Kevin
https://ow.ly/PUX250WVZWa

Join us to celebrate the new school year at this special family service.

Powerful, raw, unforgettable paintings from Tom Kelly, William Kelly & Kevin Hasson, telling the story of the Troubles. ...
13/09/2025

Powerful, raw, unforgettable paintings from Tom Kelly, William Kelly & Kevin Hasson, telling the story of the Troubles. Art, Conflict & Remembering opens Tuesday 23 September at St Albans Cathedral.
https://ow.ly/mleB50WVZiR

These powerful murals tell the story of the Troubles as experienced by the local community – from the Civil Rights marches of 1968 to the signing of the Peace Agreement in 1998.

📣 Calling all problem‑solvers & storytellers! This is your final weekend to apply for our Marketing & Communications Exe...
12/09/2025

📣 Calling all problem‑solvers & storytellers! This is your final weekend to apply for our Marketing & Communications Executive role at St Albans Cathedral. If you want work that matters & stories that count, now is the time.
Deadline: 14 Sept → https://ow.ly/8xMo50WVZg3

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Cathedral’s Marketing and Visitor Experience Team as the Cathedral looks to continue its growth of new audiences whilst continuing its warm welcome to all who come here.

Thank you to everyone who bought tickets for this incredible performance 🎶
12/09/2025

Thank you to everyone who bought tickets for this incredible performance 🎶

Address

Sumpter Yard
Saint Albans
AL11BY

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

01727 890210

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