Carlisle Cathedral is a vibrant community of faith in the heart of this border city.
We offer an inspirational space for worship, rest, and prayer, a safe space for conversation and debate and a creative space in the tranquil setting of the cathedral precinct and café.
Facilities
Carlisle Cathedral
We are home to the Bishop’s ‘seat’, the mother church of the Diocese for over 900 years and we welcome all whether a curious visitor, a faithful pilgrim, or a regular worshipper. We seek to be a living community of faith which proclaims afresh the good news of God’s transforming love to the city, county and beyond.
Whoever you are and wherever you come from, you are most welcome here.
Opening hours – Monday – Friday: 7.30am to 6:30pm, Saturday & Sunday:7.30am to 5.00pm
Local Area
There is plenty to see and do in Carlisle, both within the city and just a short journey outside of its perimeter. From the Roman fort of Birdoswald and the Solway Aviation Museum which are close to Brampton to the east, to the beautiful Lake District National Park to the south and the picturesque Cumbrian coastline and Western Lakes. Jump on the scenic Carlisle to Settle Railway line to explore the Eden Valley which sprawls through eastern Cumbria along the edge of the North Pennines AONB and the Yorkshire Dales or take the Cumbrian Coast Railway line to journey along the rugged coastline where the mountains meet the sea.
How To Find Us
BY TRAIN: Carlisle is on the West Coast Mainline, the Settle-Carlisle line and the Newcastle-Carlisle line. The Cathedral is a ten minute walk from the station.
BY BUS: The Cathedral is a five minute walk from the central bus station.
BY CAR: The Cathedral is on Castle Street. There are pay and display car parks nearby: at English Damside, Viaduct and Devonshire Walk.
