Portsmouth Cathedral

Who we are

Portsmouth Cathedral:
a beacon and safe haven, anchored in Jesus Christ
 

Portsmouth Cathedral is the Mother Church of the Diocese of Portsmouth, which covers south-east Hampshire, Portsea Island and the Isle of Wight.  The focal point for many diocese-wide services and events, we host many diocesan events from confirmation services to the ordinations of new ministers. Worship in a variety of different styles is available throughout the year, from daily Holy Communion to our informal family service #PompeySundays.  We warmly welcome all through our doors, as a beacon and safe haven anchored in Jesus Christ. We are also the Parish Church of St Thomas of Canterbury, serving all who live in our geographical parish rather like any other smaller parish church.

Since humble beginnings in 1180, the Cathedral has watched, listened and helped the people of Portsmouth navigate the passage of time. We have witnessed wars and peace, famous marriages, been bombed and rebuilt. The Cathedral reflects the constantly changing, growing and unfolding of the Christian faith, displaying a harmony of three distinct architectural styles which provide a source of light, warmth and space.

Our vision and strategy emphasizes that we are a community always open to God’s will, affirming the good things of past and present, while also seeking further growth and development.

In March 2024 we became a Registered Charity and as we head towards our centenary in 2027, we are excited about the future, and invite you to play your part in helping us turn this vision into reality. 

Our culture and values

Our team values are to respect and care for one another with integrity, inclusion and openness, all with a common ambition.

They reflect the Cathedral’s dual identity as both a sacred space and a public institution. It is not a requirement for all the team to have a Christian faith. Our shared values include creating an environment where all feel welcome and respected, and where the Cathedral’s life and work, mission and ministry, heritage, and role in the diocese, city and region are undertaken with professionalism and care.  

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

The Cathedral is an equal opportunity employer and is fully committed to a policy of treating all its employees, volunteers and job applicants equally.