Welcome to

Chelmsford Cathedral

A sacred space at the heart of the city

“We invite you to come in and see us - you are always very welcome.”

Listen to a message from our new Dean, the Very Revd Dr Jessica Martin.

Latest news

Tie a ribbon in solidarity with survivors of abuse

5 November 2026

From today until Sunday 15 November, the gates at our main entrance will be a LOUDfence. Anyone is welcome to tie a ribbon there in solidarity with survivors of abuse.

Thousands of handmade poppies come to the Cathedral for Remembrance

3 November 2026

This autumn, our tower has become part of a city-wide act of remembrance with a breathtaking display of poopies hanging form the tower.

Meet our new Organ Scholar - Oriana Hulse

28 October 2026

Oriana joined us in September as the Graham Rogers Organ Scholar for 2026–27. She’s spending her gap year at the Cathedral before going on to study music at university.

Hire the Chapter House

Chapter House is in an excellent location in Chelmsford city centre and offers a variety of meeting rooms available to hire.

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