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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.

Plan your visit

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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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Summer Organ Festival

The Cathedral's organ will be celebrated in a special festival starting on 8 July.

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Peregrine falcon latest

Two peregrine falcon chicks are currently being cared for on the Cathedral spire.

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03 Jul 2026 - 04 Jul 2026, 19:00

Shakespeare Festival: Othello

Please note tickets for the 2026 Shakespeare Festival in the Cathedral Cloister are sold out.

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13 Jun 2026, 19:30 - 21:30

Silver-Sweet Sounds

Join us for an evening of Shakespeare and jazz, performed by Norwich Cathedral Chamber Choir with Jazz Ensemble and Alice Platten (Soprano).

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15 May 2026, 21:00

NNF: Compline by Candlelight

All are welcome to join us for Compline by Candlelight as part of the Norfolk and Norwich Festival 2026.

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Enjoy a night of Shakespeare-inspired music

Join Norwich Cathedral Chamber Choir for a night of music inspired by some of the Bard's most famous plays.

Silver-Sweet Sounds, an evening of Shakespeare, madrigals and jazz, will take place at Norwich Cathedral on Saturday 13 June and will feature music inspired by Hamlet, The Tempest and more.

Tickets cost £20 plus booking fee.

Book tickets for Silver-Sweet Sounds

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Discover more

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Summer Organ Festival

Join us for a special festival celebrating our magnificent pipe organ!

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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