Welcome to England’s largest Catholic Cathedral

Free entry: Donations welcome

Open today: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm

Please note: the Crypt is closed today.

Last entry: 5:45 pm

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Featured Events

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

Good Shepherd Mass

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Mother’s Warmth exhibition by Dian Kostov
Tue 30th Jun 2026 – Sun 30th Aug 2026
All Day

Mother’s Warmth exhibition by Dian Kostov

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Catholic Social Action Conference 2026: Humanitas: Flourishing in Action
Fri 10th Jul 2026
All Day

Catholic Social Action Conference 2026: Humanitas: Flourishing in Action

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Today in the Cathedral

Please note: The Crypt is closed today. Services listed below may be affected.

Morning Prayer 7:45 am Cathedral
Mass 8:00 am Cathedral
Mass 12:15 pm Blessed Sacrament Chapel
Sacrament of Reconciliation 12:45 pm Blessed Sacrament Chapel
Sung Mass Note: term time only 5:00 pm Cathedral
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Watch Welcome Message

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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