Occasionally access to the Cathedral may be restricted due to events taking place.

Southwark Cathedral is a busy working church, regularly hosting services and events. It may be neccessary to close all or part of the Cathedral to visitors to allow for these events to take place. 

The Cathedral Shop and Cathedral Cafe will remain open during these times unless stated otherwise.

Access to the Cathedral 
Due to building works at Minerva House, opposite the Cathedral, the route to access our main entrance (north side) will change periodically over the coming months. Alternative routes to the Cathedral will be signposted, but these may change as the works progress. We recommend allowing extra time when planning your journey. 
 
Accessible route 
An accessible route from London Bridge Underground station will be available throughout the building works. Please leave the station via the Tooley Street exit, then follow the route under London Bridge, passing Glaziers Hall, to reach the north side of the Cathedral. 

Herb Garden

The Cathedral Herb Garden is currently closed due to conservation work taking place on our stained glass windows.

Friday 3 July

Due to a private service, the Cathedral will be closed to visitors between 10am-2pm. Regular services will continue in the Harvard Chapel.

Saturday 4 July

There is a wedding taking place from 12pm-1pm. The Cathedral will be open at this time but access will be restricted, so you may wish to visit at another time.

Tuesday 7 July

Due to a private event, the Cathedral will closed until 4pm. Regular services will continue in the Harvard Chapel.

Wednesday 8 July

Due to a private event, the Cathedral will closed until 4pm. Regular services will continue in the Harvard Chapel.

Thursday 9 July

Due to a private service, the Cathedral will be closed to visitors between 10am-2pm. Regular services will continue in the Harvard Chapel.

Friday 10 July

Due to a private service, the Cathedral will be closed to visitors between 10am-2pm. Regular services will continue in the Harvard Chapel.

For further information please contact us by email or telephone 020 7367 6700.