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WEA Finalist xxx

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral just received the great news that we have made the Shortlist in WEA Best Place to Work at the Workplace Excellence Awards! We are very proud of our team here at the cathedral and extend our thanks to them for all their hard work. We look forward to attending the awards in… Read more »

SafeHaven Award xxx

Congratulations to our Community and Safeguarding officer Kelley on being awarded a cert of completion from SafeHaven for Hate Crime and Response Project for Faith Communities in the Mansion House today. This is a partnership project by @DCIF and Darren Coventry-Howlett who is the SafeHaven Programme Leader and Trainer. Support from Chief Supt Patrick McMenamin… Read more »

Marsh’s Library xxx

Marsh’s Library is a historic library founded in 1707. It is the oldest public library in Ireland and one of the few buildings from its era still in use for its original purpose. The beautiful building houses a valuable collection of rare books and manuscripts, and is particularly rich in theology, science, medicine, and history…. Read more »

CMF Grants Announcement xxx

We are delighted to announce that the Cathedral has been awarded €100,000 under the Community Monuments Fund by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. This funding will support urgently needed repointing at the west end of the Cathedral and the removal of modern plaster from the medieval vaults of the baptistry. We are… Read more »

A Message from Dean Morton on the Death of Pope Francis xxx

On behalf of the Chapter of Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin, the National Cathedral of The Church of Ireland, and of the entire Cathedral community, I extend heartfelt condolences to our Roman Catholic brothers and sisters on the death of Pope Francis. Pope Francis will be remembered not only as the Bishop of Rome, but as… Read more »

Employer Excellence Award xxx

We are delighted to say that Saint Patrick’s Cathedral has been certified as an Outstanding Employer for 2025 as part of Fáilte Ireland’s Employer Excellence Programme. This is the highest certification available to a business in the programme and we are thrilled to receive such a fantastic accolade.

Subscribe to Close News xxx

Would you like to subscribe to Close News? Close News is our monthly publication that brings you the latest news, exclusive insights, and behind-the-scenes stories from our historic Cathedral. Whether you’re interested in our archeological finds during our current renovations, special services, or community initiatives, Close News ensures you’re always in the loop. Subscribe today and never miss… Read more »

Free school tours xxx

Teachers! Looking for an unforgettable learning experience in the heart of Dublin? We’re delighted to offer FREE guided school tours and art workshops at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral for all Irish schools — a unique opportunity to explore one of Ireland’s most iconic landmarks! Explore over 800 years of history Discover hidden stories, architecture, and legends… Read more »

Group Captain John Hemingway xxx

Saint Patrick’s Cathedral Bell Ringers came together on Sunday afternoon, 23rd March to ring a Quarter Peal dedicated to Group Captain John “Paddy” Hemingway DFC AE, who passed away last week at the age of 105. Group Captain Hemingway was an Irish fighter pilot who served in the Royal Air Force during the Second World… Read more »

Chapter News xxx

The Chapter met online on Monday 15 November to elect a Prebendary of Castleknock to succeed the Revd Paul Houston, recently retired. The Revd Paul Ian Arbuthnot was elected. As he’s a former choral scholar and lay vicar here it’s a question of welcoming him back to the Cathedral: we hope to do so at… Read more »