Faith
England’s Cathedrals Experience Spiritual Renewal
Faith Facts
- Weekly attendance at English cathedrals reached nearly 32,000 in 2024, rising 11% from the previous year.
- Easter participation soared, with 50,200 attending services and Holy Week drawing 90,200 faithful.
- Cathedral music flourished, with 207 choirs and over 4,000 singers and volunteers involved.
England’s great cathedrals are witnessing a resurgence, as faithful believers gather once again for worship, music, and community life inspired by biblical traditions.
This revival is welcomed by Christian leaders and is seen as a testimony to the enduring power of spiritual heritage.
“This year’s statistics reflect a Church that is alive with possibility. We continue to see a significant revival in cathedral worship since the depths of the pandemic, with renewed energy in midweek services, music, and community engagement.”
“Cathedrals continue to be places of welcome, joy, and reflection – where ancient rhythms meet contemporary needs. Whether through worship, education, or civic life, our cathedrals are helping people reconnect with faith, with one another, and with hope.”
Christian communities are showing strength through growth in baptisms and strong participation among youth, while volunteers and digital outreach maintain momentum for sharing the Gospel.
Let us celebrate this faithful revival, giving thanks for those who serve and for the hope these sacred spaces bring to the nation.