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.
Friday 11 September – Early Closure
Southwark Cathedral will close to visitors from 1.15pm on Friday 11 September.
The 12.45pm Eucharist and 5.30pm Evening Prayer will take place in the Harvard Chapel, which will remain accessible through the Cathedral.
We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
For further information please contact us by email or telephone 020 7367 6700.