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A site of Christian Worship since the 7th Century

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A site of Christian Worship since the 7th Century

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A site of Christian Worship since the 7th Century

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A site of Christian Worship since the 7th Century

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Welcome

Welcome to Bradford Cathedral! My name is Andy Bowerman and I have the joy of serving as Dean of this wonderful building.

Bradford Cathedral is open to everyone – whether for a service, an event or if you come to discover our history and heritage. We wish to serve you in any way we can, whatever your background, faith or spiritual beliefs.

Our personal vision is to serve Christ and transform lives through welcome, worship and encounter and so we hope you find this to be an inspiring place in the heart of a great city. Maybe our website will prompt you to join us in person, whether that’s to discover more about the Bradford stories within our walls; to light a candle and to pray, or to join us for worship.

Perhaps we will see you at one of our many events and exhibitions. Whatever the reason, we’d love to share Bradford Cathedral with you soon.

Best wishes,

The Very Revd Andy Bowerman, Dean of Bradford

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WHAT’S ON HIGHLIGHTS

We are open today from 10am – 4pm for visitors (last entry 3:45pm)

Today’s services

8:15am – 9am – Holy Communion (in-person only)

9am – 9:30am – Morning prayer (online only)

10:15am – 11am – Holy Communion (in-person only)

12noon – 12:15pm – Midday prayer (in-person only)

5:30pm – 6pm – Evening prayer (online only)

Upcoming Events

Young singers invited to Be a Chorister for a Day at Bradford Cathedral

On Saturday 7th March 2026 from 10am to 12:30pm, Bradford Cathedral is inviting budding young singers to experience a day in the life of a Cathedral chorister. Children and their families will have the chance to meet and sing with the current choristers, and to find...

Geoff’s Hiking Challenge

On the 12th of March, Bradford Cathedral’s Choir Master will be stepping out…with a sturdy pair of boots!

Art in Cathedrals Winter Newsletter featuring Bradford Cathedral’s Weaving Stories Project

Bradford Cathedral's Revd Canon Ned Lunn, Canon for Intercultural Mission and the Arts, wrote a piece for the Association of English Cathedrals winter Art in Cathedrals newsletter sharing more about the 2025 Weaving Stories project, made possible with support from the...

Hallelujah! Handel’s Messiah to be performed in spectacular concert at Bradford Cathedral

Britain’s best-loved and most famous oratorio will be performed at Bradford Cathedral on Palm Sunday. On Sunday 29th March 2026 at 7pm, Bradford Cathedral Choir will present G F Handel’s Messiah. This epic choral work narrates Christ’s Passion, Crucifixion and...

Legacy Tapestry launched at Bradford Cathedral

A new tapestry that invited visitors to weave their own story as part of Bradford Cathedral's contribution to the UK City of Culture 2025, was unveiled at a launch event on Tuesday 3rd February. The textile is on display alongside a “sound tapestry” of people’s voices...

Bradford Faith Trail Update

The Bradford Faith Trail, which takes place monthly on the first Saturday of the month from March to October each year, resumes on Saturday 7th March. The Faith Trail offers a unique opportunity to visit 5 different places of worship (4 of them along Leeds Road and...

Monday Fellowship Update

This year's Monday Fellowship programme began with a fascinating and wide-ranging talk about stained glass by local historian, Derek Barker. His enthusiasm for his subject, along with stunning pictures of some of the most beautiful and historic stained glass in...

Wildernesses, thresholds and waiting rooms of the Spirit

In January we experienced a threshold moment for Bradford Cathedral as we said thank you and goodbye to Dean Andy and Ali Bowerman. Andy's leadership has shaped us through a season of courage, change and imagination. In early March we will experience another as we...

Now Hiring: Cathedral Office Manager

Bradford Cathedral is seeking an Office Manager to look after our busy team and Cathedral Office. The Cathedral Office Manager will work closely with the Chief Operating Officer and the wider team, to ensure that our busy office is effectively managed. It is a crucial...

Heritage Treasures Day 2026

For this year’s Heritage Treasures Day we’re celebrating the historic and magnificent Bradford Cathedral itself, along with its eagerly-anticipated and almost-completed model. Burley-in-Wharfedale model-maker Michael Scott has been working on a scale model of Bradford...

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