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.
Help us Shape the Future of Ripon Cathedral
July-August Newsletter
Annual Review 2024-2025
Help us Shape the Future of Ripon Cathedral
At Ripon Cathedral, we aim to be here for everyone – people of all faiths and none. That is why we are keen to hear your thoughts as we discern our mission and priorities for the next five years.
We are currently celebrating ten years of Growing God’s Kingdom, the name of our current strategy, which has shaped everything from our worship to our response to climate change and the needs of communities across the region.
It is also important that we share and protect our heritage. We spend £6,000 every day to keep the cathedral open, welcoming, and thriving, without regular funding from either the Church or the government.
Please tell us what you think is important about who we are and what we do. The survey is designed to take no more than five minutes to complete. Click here to complete the survey.
Thank you for helping us shape the future of Ripon Cathedral as we seek to continue Christ’s work for the benefit of all.
At The Cathedral
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Monday – Saturday
8am to 6pm
Sunday
12pm to 5pm
Ripon Cathedral Gift Shop Opening Times
Monday – Saturday
10am to 5pm
Sunday
12pm to 4pm
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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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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.
Latest
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July 9th, 2026
Twilight in the Nave – Celebrating Ripon Cathedral’s Founding Patron Saint
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July 7th, 2026
Majesty & Melody – A Resounding Success
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July 6th, 2026
Visiting Choirs this Summer
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