Salisbury Cathedral

Salisbury Cathedral
The Cathedral Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Salisbury
Salisbury Cathedral

Salisbury is unique amongst medieval English cathedrals, built within one century with no substantial later additions. The building itself is remarkable, a testimony to the faith and practical skills of those who erected it.

But it is much more than an historical monument. It is the Cathedral Church of the Salisbury diocese and so the Mother Church of several hundred parishes in Wiltshire and Dorset. It is a centre of pilgrimage for hundreds of thousands of visitors every year. Every day, week in week out, for century after century, God is worshipped here. Above all it is a place of prayer.

Salisbury Cathedral


Cathedral Mission Statement

Salisbury Cathedral exists to make real the glory and presence of God in the world.

Our commitment is to:

* live out the teachings of Jesus Christ in today's world
* celebrate the presence of God through worship, music and art
* offer a warm welcome to all who come to the Cathedral
* strengthen church and community life in the diocese
* challenge injustice at home and abroad
* promote learning, personal development & spiritual growth


Launched in October 2006, Faith in the Future - our vision sets out our core values, purpose and vision for the next ten years. It includes eight key areas within which we want to put additional emphasis. This framework provides the foundations for determining the programme of how and when we can translate these aspirations into reality. Alongside this, work continues on our Masterplan which covers the physical changes that will be needed within the Cathedral and Close.

We hope the information on this web site will help you to look at the building with new eyes, to enjoy its history and to experience its atmosphere of worship.

The clergy and staff at the Cathedral are always here to answer your questions and if you have enjoyed using this site, then why not visit our guestbook to tell us your experience at Salisbury Cathedral.
We hope to see you again soon.