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Norwich Cathedral

A place of worship, a historic treasure, an iconic landmark

A sacred space at the heart of our fine city

For more than 900 years, Norwich Cathedral’s spire has risen high above the city’s skyline and its ancient architecture echoes with stories.

From its beginnings as a Benedictine monastery to its role as a modern-day cathedral, there is so much to explore. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or regularly pop into the Cathedral, there’s always something new to discover.

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Latest News

Keep up to date with the latest news at the Cathedral.

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Live streamed services

On Sundays, our 10.30am and 3.30pm services are usually live-streamed. All are welcome to join us for these services at the Cathedral or online.

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Paddington welcomed to The Close

Norwich Cathedral is delighted to welcome Paddington to The Close as part of the Paddington Visits trail of 24 benches across the UK and Ireland.

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Shakespeare Festival 2025

The Lord Chamberlain's Men will be performing Twelfth Night in the Cloister on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 July 2025. Tickets are on sale now!

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Every day

Paddington

Visit Paddington near to the Herb Garden in the Cathedral Close.

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26 Feb 2025, 17:00 - 19:00

Norfolk Anti-Poverty Alliance Launch

All are welcome to attend the launch of the Norfolk Anti-Poverty Alliance.

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12 Apr 2025, 18:30 - 21:30

J. S. Bach: St Matthew Passion

Norwich Cathedral Choir, Norwich Cathedral Chamber Choir and Norwich Baroque perform Bach’s setting of the Passion according to St Matthew.

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Welcome to Paddington!

Norwich Cathedral is delighted to welcome Paddington to the Cathedral Close and we hope everyone enjoys visiting him!

The beloved bear can be found sitting on a bench near to the Cathedral’s Herb Garden, clutching one of his famous marmalade sandwiches and waiting to meet visitors young and old!

The special statue is one of 24 dotted around the UK and Ireland as part of the Paddington Visits trail celebrating the little bear from Peru and the release of STUDIOCANAL’S Paddington in Peru movie.

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Lent, Holy Week and Easter

All are welcome to join us for our services and events throughout Lent, Holy Week and Easter.

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Cathedral Highlights

From the centuries-old Cloister to the largest collection of medieval roof bosses in the world, there are lots of different highlights to discover.

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A Cathedral full of stories

Explore some snapshots of the people, events and stories that are part of Norwich Cathedral’s 900 years of history.

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Join the Friends of Norwich Cathedral

Help preserve the Cathedral for future generations by joining the Friends of Norwich Cathedral.

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Diocese of Norwich

The Diocese of Norwich covers Norfolk and Waveney and has the Cathedral as its mother church. Find out more about the wider Diocese by visiting the Diocese website.

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Take a virtual tour

Explore Norwich Cathedral online via our 3D 360 digital experience which lets you take a virtual trip using your mobile phone, tablet or computer.

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Norwich Cathedral