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Welcome to

Ripon Cathedral

A warm welcome to

Ripon Cathedral

This vibrant, living church has an unbroken history reaching back to the 7th century serving the small city of Ripon and the vast rural county of North Yorkshire. Alongside our sister cathedrals of Bradford and Wakefield, we are here to welcome and serve those of all faiths and none, in this 21st century Diocese of Leeds.

We hope to inspire you to visit us as a worshipper, a pilgrim, a heritage enthusiast or a tourist, exploring this sacred space and the many delights of the local area. You are very welcome.

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St Wilfrid Banquet Digital Invitation. Friday 13th October 2023

Spring Fair 2025

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Ripon Cathedral Choir Practice

Ripon Cathedral Renewed

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St Wilfrid Banquet Digital Invitation. Friday 13th October 2023

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Monday – Saturday

8am to 6pm

Sunday

8am to 5pm

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A place of

Worship

Prayer and worship are at the heart of all that we do at Ripon Cathedral. The varied daily services are the foundation of our mission. All services are open to everyone whether you are a regular worshipper; a visitor passing through; someone in need of a few moments of peace for prayer; or ‘just curious.’

You will find a friendly welcome and, we hope, a sense of God’s presence.

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Ripon Cathedrals' Choir singing as part of a service. Directed by conductor. Image also features seated members of the congregation.

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This ancient building in the heart of one of our smallest cities attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors, pilgrims and worshippers from across the nation and beyond these shores.

With its blend of architectural styles and its many unique features from the Anglo-Saxon crypt, the oldest built fabric of any English cathedral, to the charming Tudor misericords – there is something for everyone.

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  • January 16th, 2025

    Dean John Writes

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  • January 7th, 2025

    Plough Service Blessings for Farming Families at Ripon Cathedral

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    Canon Michael Writes

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