Welcome to England’s largest Catholic Cathedral

Free entry: Donations welcome

Open today: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Last entry: 5:45 pm

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Featured Events

Annual Pentecost March 2026
Sun 24th May 2026
3:00pm – 5:00pm

Annual Pentecost March 2026

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Good Shepherd Mass
Thu 25th Jun 2026
10:30am – 12:00pm

Good Shepherd Mass

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Today in the Cathedral

Mass 9:00 am Cathedral
Mass 10:00 am Crypt Chapel
Solemn Mass 11:00 am Cathedral
Livestream
Choral Evening Prayer Note: term time only 3:00 pm Cathedral
Mass 7:00 pm Crypt Chapel
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A welcome message from the Dean

Welcome to the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King. This Grade I listed building is shaped by prayer, music, and community, and stands as a home where all are warmly welcomed.

Reverend Monsignor Anthony O’Brien
Cathedral Dean

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This Grade I listed Cathedral is shaped by prayer, music, and community, and stands as a home where all are warmly welcomed.

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It costs £4,000 a day to run Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.

We are grateful for the support of our congregation, community, and visitors. Every donation helps us care for the Cathedral today and safeguard its future. Your gift, large or small, makes a real difference.

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