St Paul's Cathedral
Also known as: The Corporation of the Cathedral Church of St Paul in London
St Paul's Cathedral is the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Diocese of London offering daily worship, and a focus for spirituality, prayer, learning and outreach. It is the seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese. The Cathedral is also a historical monument, built by Sir Christopher Wren to the glory of God, which welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
Activities & Mission
St Paul's Cathedral is the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Diocese of London offering daily worship, and a focus for spirituality, prayer, learning and outreach. It is the seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese. The Cathedral is also a historical monument, built by Sir Christopher Wren to the glory of God, which welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £26,589,000 | £24,855,000 | £20,456,000 | £67,201,000 | £17,247,000 | 267 / 380 |
| 2024 | £25,828,000 | £21,717,000 | £18,642,000 | £58,286,000 | £16,318,000 | 212 / 360 |
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Frequently asked questions about St Paul's Cathedral
What does St Paul's Cathedral do?
St Paul's Cathedral is the Anglican Cathedral Church of the Diocese of London offering daily worship, and a focus for spirituality, prayer, learning and outreach. It is the seat of the Bishop of London and the mother church of the Diocese. The Cathedral is also a historical monument, built by Sir Christopher Wren to the glory of God, which welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.
How much income did St Paul's Cathedral report in 2025?
St Paul's Cathedral reported total income of £26.59m and reported expenditure of £24.86m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St Paul's Cathedral registered as a charity?
St Paul's Cathedral was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 December 2023 as charity number 1206171. It has been registered for 3 years.
Who runs St Paul's Cathedral?
St Paul's Cathedral is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is The Very Revd Andrew Tremlett. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Paul's Cathedral operate?
St Paul's Cathedral operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Paul's Cathedral a registered charity?
Yes — St Paul's Cathedral is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1206171.
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- The Corporation of the Cathedral Church of St Paul in London
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