Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- The Close
Lichfield
Staffordshire - Built
- 1195
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1298431, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q510389, OpenStreetMap, www.lichfield-cathedral.org
Before visiting Lichfield 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 Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Cathedral stands in The Close in Lichfield, Staffordshire. Dedicated to St Mary and St Chad, it is a Church of England cathedral, serving as the Bishop of Lichfield’s seat and the central place of worship for the diocese. Services are held each day, and the building is protected at Grade I.
A cathedral was consecrated on this site in 700, although the present church was largely constructed from the early thirteenth century to about 1320. Built in Decorated Gothic style from locally quarried red sandstone, it is distinguished by three spires, including a central spire rising to 77 metres. The building sustained extensive damage during the Civil War and subsequently underwent several restorations, including substantial nineteenth-century work by George Gilbert Scott. Notable features include sixteenth-century Flemish painted glass in the Lady Chapel and the eighth-century Lichfield Gospels, displayed in the Chapter House.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lichfield Cathedral?⌄
Lichfield Cathedral is at The Close, Lichfield, Staffordshire.
What denomination is Lichfield Cathedral?⌄
Lichfield Cathedral in Lichfield belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the Lichfield Cathedral building?⌄
The building dates from 1195. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
How do I contact Lichfield Cathedral?⌄
You can reach Lichfield Cathedral by email at enquiries@lichfield-cathedral.org and through its website at www.lichfield-cathedral.org.
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