Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Oxford, OX1 1DP
Oxfordshire - Built
- 1150
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1283787, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q1736208, OpenStreetMap, www.chch.ox.ac.uk/cathedral
Before visiting Christ Church Cathedral
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
Check the church’s website →About Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral in Oxford is a Church of England cathedral and the principal church of the Oxford diocese, where the Bishop of Oxford has their seat. It also serves as the chapel for Christ Church within the University of Oxford, giving it an unusual combined function. Among England’s smaller cathedrals, it is protected as a Grade I listed building.
The site held a nunnery and parish church before that building was destroyed by fire in 1002. An Augustinian community had been established there by 1122, with rebuilding recorded around 1180. Cardinal Wolsey later suppressed the priory for his planned college, but Henry VIII retained the church and made it Oxford’s cathedral in 1546. Dating largely from the late Norman period, the nave, choir, transepts and central tower are joined by later work extending to the Perpendicular style. Notable details include a ten-section rose window and the shrine of St Frideswide in the Latin Chapel.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
What denomination is Christ Church Cathedral?⌄
Christ Church Cathedral in Oxford belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the Christ Church Cathedral building?⌄
The building dates from 1150. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
How do I contact Christ Church Cathedral?⌄
You can reach Christ Church Cathedral through its website at www.chch.ox.ac.uk/cathedral.
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