Visitors

Wakefield Cathedral is open for general visiting and Discovery from 8.00 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Saturday. During service times and on Sundays visitors are very welcome to join in our worship. Details of all service times can be found here.

Our new visitor leaflet is available here.

The Cathedral is situated at the mediaval crossroads in the city centre in what is now a pedestrian precinct. The spire is visible from across the city making finding the Cathedral very easy.

By car: follow the signs to Wakefield city centre from junctions 39, 40 or 41 of the M1. Pay and display car parks are to be found near the Cathedral (see map). The closest is the Red Car Park of the Ridings Shopping Centre.

By train: Wakefield has two railway stations, Westgate and Kirkgate. Westgate is served by excellent regional, trans-Pennine and intercity train services and is only two hours from London Kings Cross, 25 minutes from Sheffield or 15 minutes from Leeds. Kirkgate station is served by local stopping trains. It is only a few minutes walk to the Cathedral from either station or you take pick up a free bus service (walking and bus details are on the map).

By bus: Wakefield bus station is on Union Street, less than two minutes walk from the Cathedral and is served by local, regional and national services.

Discovery

When you visit Wakefield why not try our audio tour of the Cathedral?

There are two versions.

Both the adult's and children's Discovery last about 40 minutes and will take you on a journey of awe and wonder as you explore spirituality and Christian faith through the rich history and heritage of the Cathedral.

Children's Discover is aimed at ages 5-12 years (but also suitable for adults!).

A suggested donation of £3 is requested.

For further details and a handset, please contact a Welcomer or Bookshop attendant.