Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King

Architects throughout the world were invited in 1960 to design a Cathedral for Liverpool which would relate to the existing Crypt, be capable of construction within five years, cost at the current prices no more than one million pounds for its shell, and most important of all, express the new spirit of the liturgy then being radically reformulated by the Second Vatican Council.

Of 300 entries from all over the world, Sir Frederick Gibberd's (1908-1984) design was chosen, and building began in October 1962. Less than five years later, on the Feast of Pentecost, 14 May 1967, the completed Cathedral was consecrated.

Contact Details

T: 0151 709 9222
W: www.liverpoolmetrocathedral.org.uk 

Opening Times

Open daily 8am to 6pm (5pm in winter)

Admission

Admission free but donations appreciated

Disabled Access

Wheelchairs available. Lift from car park. No wheelchair access to the Crypt. Audio cassettes available.

Closest Station(s)

• Liverpool Central
• Lime Street Underground