Southwark Cathedral

The present building dates from the 13th-century when it was an Augustinian Priory within the Diocese of Winchester. Surrendered to King Henry VIII in 1539, it subsequently became the parish church of St Saviour’s, administering to actors and playwrights including William Shakespeare. There are many interesting memorials and tombs, including that of Bishop Lancelot Andrewes, one of the leading collaborators on the King James Bible. There is a chapel to the memory of US University benefactor John Harvard who was baptized in this church in 1607. The building received cathedral status when the Anglican diocese of Southwark was formed in 1905.

Five daily acts of worship are open to all. There are regular music and organ recitals. The Refectory Restaurant and Shop are open seven days per week. Meeting and conference rooms are available for hire. Admission is by donation; tour groups are strongly encouraged to pre-book their visit.

20th Oct 2026to 20th Oct 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Introducing The Puffin

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

18th Oct 2026to 18th Oct 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Poetry Night by Candlelight

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

17th Sep 2026to 17th Sep 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Breaking not Broken

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

11th Sep 2026to 11th Sep 2026

Southwark Cathedral - 9-11 Memorial Concert

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

03rd Sep 2026to 03rd Sep 2026

Southwark Cathedral - The Quiet Ear

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

03rd Aug 2026to 31st Aug 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Summer Organ Festival

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

01st Aug 2026to 01st Aug 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Big Cathedral Knit

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

25th Jul 2026to 25th Jul 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Mudlarking Festival

Southwark Cathedral Reserve

21st Jul 2026to 28th Aug 2026

Southwark Cathedral - The English Cathedral - Peter Marlow

Southwark Cathedral

02nd Jul 2026to 12th Aug 2026

Southwark Cathedral - Roman Lokati: La Mayeteria

Southwark Cathedral