Carlisle Cathedral, CA3 8TZ
Discover, experience and enjoy: over 900 years of extraordinary history; our famous starlight ceiling; our treasury exhibition; active family trails; an oasis of peace and prayer in the heart of the city with beautiful monastic gardens, award-winning café and unique gift shop.
There are fascinating stories of faith, hope and love to discover here. They point to God who is at work among us now and who welcomes all. Whether you are of this faith, another faith, or no faith at all, we look forward to welcoming you.
Sunday
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Morning Prayer
Morning Prayer is the first service of the day, taking place when the Cathedral is at its most peaceful.
Usually held in one of the Cathedral's side chapels it is a small service led by prayer and lasting about 20 minutes. Ideal for those heading to work in the city centre or those who wish to start their day in prayer.
Worship has taken place here for almost 900 years and continues to this day. Our services are free to attend and everyone is welcome.
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Holy Communion
Holy Communion is said every Sunday morning and is led by the traditional Book of Common Prayer.
Worship has taken place here for almost 900 years and our daily services continue to this day. Our services are free to attend and everyone is welcome.
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The Cathedral Sung Eucharist
The Eucharist is celebrated daily and is an opportunity to deepen our communion with God and with one another. It is a chance for the congregation to share in the bread and wine of Communion.
This special Sunday Cathedral Eucharist service includes music sung by the Cathedral Choir, or by visiting guest choirs. For details of the choirs and the music being sung, please refer to the Music List available in person at the Cathedral, or online HERE.
Worship has taken place on this site for almost 900 years and daily services continue to this day. Our services are free to attend and everyone is welcome.
The Cathedral is open for visitors during this service.
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
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Peace & Justice Eucharist
On Wednesdays the Eucharist lasts roughly 30 minutes and includes material from the Iona Community. Held at lunchtime, the service is popular with those who work in the city centre, or those in town for shopping and leisure.
The Eucharist is celebrated daily and is an opportunity to deepen our communion with God and with one another; it is a chance for the congregation to share in the bread and wine of Communion.
Worship has taken place on this site for almost 900 years and daily services continue to this day. Our services are free to attend and everyone is welcome.
The Cathedral is open for visitors during this service.
Thursday
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Silent Prayer and the Offering of Incense
Join us every Thursday for 20 minutes of stillness, followed by guided prayer and a short service with the Offering of Incense. This service is inspired by St Augustine, the founder of the way of life of the first canons in Carlisle over 900 years ago.
Find space and quietness to let your prayers rise to God.