Wakefield Cathedral, Wakefield

Name: Wakefield Cathedral
Address: Westmorland St., Wakefield, WF1 1PJ, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1924 373923

#6 among attractions in Wakefield

Church, Gothic architecture

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Facts and practical information

Wakefield Cathedral, or the Cathedral Church of All Saints in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, is a co-equal Anglican cathedral with Bradford and Ripon Cathedrals, in the Diocese of Leeds and a seat of the Bishop of Leeds. Originally the parish church, it has Anglo Saxon origins and, after enlargement and rebuilding, has the tallest spire in Yorkshire. Its 247-foot spire is the tallest structure in the City of Wakefield. The cathedral was designated a Grade I listed building on 14 July 1953. ()

Alternative names: Architectural style: Gothic revivalSpire height: 247 ftCoordinates: 53°40'59"N, 1°29'49"W

Address

Westmorland St.Wakefield NorthWakefield WF1 1PJ United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1924 373923

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Day trips

Wakefield Cathedral – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Trinity Walk, The Hepworth Wakefield, Thornes Park, The Ridings Centre.

~900 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Trinity Walk, Wakefield
5 min walk • Trinity Walk is a shopping centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. England.
0.5 miSE
Striking, bright contemporary gallery
The Hepworth Wakefield, Wakefield
14 min walk • The Hepworth Wakefield is an art museum in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, which opened on 21 May 2011. The gallery is situated on the south side of the River Calder and takes its name from artist and sculptor Barbara Hepworth who was born and educated in the city.
0.9 miSW
Park
Thornes Park, Wakefield
23 min walk • Thornes Park is a large public park situated close to the centre of Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. Along with Clarence Park and Holmfield Park it forms a large parkland to the south west of the city.
~420 ftS
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Ridings Centre, Wakefield
3 min walk • The Ridings Shopping Centre is an indoor shopping centre in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. It opened on 17 October 1983. The pioneering centre was a UK first and subsequently served as a template for many shopping centres throughout the UK.
~1020 ftW
City hall
County Hall, Wakefield
5 min walk • County Hall or West Riding County Hall stands at the corner of Bond Street and Cliff Parade in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England. It is the main headquarters of Wakefield Metropolitan District Council. It is a Grade I listed building.
0.6 miSE
Church, Gothic architecture
Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin, Wakefield
15 min walk • The Chantry Chapel of St Mary the Virgin, Wakefield, is a chantry chapel in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, England, and is designated a Grade I Listed building by English Heritage. It is located south of the city centre on the medieval bridge over the River Calder.
~1310 ftW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Theatre Royal Wakefield, Wakefield
7 min walk • The Theatre Royal Wakefield is a theatre in Wakefield, England, which dates back to 1894. The theatre was originally known as the Theatre Royal and Opera House and dates back to the 1770s.
~1830 ftNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
St Austin's Church, Wakefield
9 min walk • St Austin's Church is a Roman Catholic Church building in Wakefield, England. It is situated where Northgate Road meets Marsh Way close to the city centre. It was founded in 1827 by the Society of Jesus and is a Grade II listed building.
~890 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum
Wakefield Museum, Wakefield
5 min walk • Wakefield Museum is a local museum in Wakefield, West Yorkshire, north England, covering the history of the city of Wakefield and the local area from prehistoric times onwards.
1.2 miE
Canal
Barnsley Canal, Wakefield
32 min walk • The Barnsley Canal is a canal that ran from Barnby Basin, through Barnsley, South Yorkshire, England to a junction with the Aire and Calder Navigation near Wakefield, West Yorkshire. It was built in the 1790s, to provide a transport link from coal reserves at Barnsley to a wider market.
0.8 miSW
Forts and castles
Wakefield Castle, Wakefield
22 min walk • Wakefield Castle, Lowe Hill or Lawe Hill was a castle built in the 12th century on a hill on the north side of the River Calder near Wakefield, England.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Wakefield Cathedral open?

Wakefield Cathedral is open:

Monday 8 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 6:30 pm
Thursday 8 am - 7:30 pm
Friday 8 am - 5 pm
Saturday 8 am - 4 pm
Sunday 8 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Wakefield Cathedral?

Nearby attractions include Wakefield Museum, Wakefield (5 min walk), County Hall, Wakefield (5 min walk), Theatre Royal Wakefield, Wakefield (7 min walk), Wakefield College, Wakefield (9 min walk).

How to get to Wakefield Cathedral by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wakefield Cathedral:

Bus

S1 Westmorland Street • Lines: 110, Wcb (1 min walk)
S6 The Springs • Lines: 110 (2 min walk)

Train

Wakefield Westgate (10 min walk)
Wakefield Kirkgate (12 min walk)