About St Peter's Cathedral
St Peter's Cathedral is part of the Roman Catholic tradition and meets in Belfast, County Antrim. You will find the church at St. Peters Square North in Belfast. We do not currently hold service times for this church; a quick phone call will confirm the weekly pattern.
Roman Catholic congregations represent one enduring branch of the Christian faith in these islands. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope. Parish life centres on the Mass and the sacraments, and many congregations have been renewed in recent decades by worshippers arriving from Poland, India, Nigeria and elsewhere. Weekly Mass attendance across Britain runs into the high hundreds of thousands. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century; hierarchy restored in England and Wales in 1850. As a measure of its reach, the wider family today counts roughly 4 million Catholics across the UK.
It belongs to the broad community of churches across Northern Ireland, one of the most churchgoing parts of the United Kingdom. Belfast is the county town of County Antrim and a focal point for church life in the area. The church forms part of the wider Roman Catholic presence across County Antrim.
Thinking of coming along? Simply turn up: no invitation is needed. Allow a little extra time for getting there, as parking close to older church buildings can be tight, and if accessibility is a concern, a quick call ahead will confirm arrangements such as ramps, accessible toilets or a hearing loop.
More about Roman Catholic churches
Browse all Roman Catholic churches in the UK, or stay local and see Roman Catholic churches in County Antrim. Our denomination guide compares the main Christian traditions found across Britain and Ireland.
Getting there
Parking near older church buildings can be limited, so allow a few extra minutes or arrive on foot where you can.
Frequently asked questions
Where is St Peter's Cathedral?⌄
St Peter's Cathedral is at St. Peters Square North, Belfast, County Antrim.
What denomination is St Peter's Cathedral?⌄
St Peter's Cathedral belongs to the Roman Catholic tradition. The Roman Catholic Church in England, Wales and Scotland serves a Catholic population of several million, in full communion with the Pope.
When are services at St Peter's Cathedral?⌄
Service times for St Peter's Cathedral are not yet listed in our directory. Please contact the church directly to confirm when services are held.
How do I get to St Peter's Cathedral?⌄
The church is at St. Peters Square North, Belfast, County Antrim. Use the map and directions link on this page, and allow a little extra time if you are driving, as parking near the building may be limited.
Is St Peter's Cathedral accessible?⌄
Accessibility provision varies between church buildings. Contact the church directly to ask about step-free access, accessible toilets or a hearing loop before you visit.