Cathedral Café
Our award-winning café sits at the heart of the Cathedral precinct in the footprint of the medieval cloister, with unrivalled views of the Cathedral and Precinct. Open daily for hearty homemade food, cakes, coffee and more.
OPENING HOURS
Monday – Saturday 08:30-16:30
Sunday 08:30-15:30
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Our café sits at the heart of the Cathedral precinct in the footprint of the medieval cloister, with unrivalled views of the Cathedral and Precinct. A fantastic setting right in the heart of this ancient city, you can enjoy hearty food made right here in our kitchen with homemade cakes and scones, alongside a coffee, blended for us in the city by John Watt & Co.; a can of fizzy pop, made in Cumbria by Mawson’s; or enjoy a glass of wine or beer with your lunch – our exclusive ale – The 900 – is brewed up the road by the Carlisle Brewing Co.
Breakfast is served until 11:30 each day.
Lunches are served 11:30 to 15:30 Monday to Saturday and until 15:00 on Sundays.
LATE OPENINGS
The Cathedral Cafe and Bar usually remain open if there is an event taking place in the evening; you don’t need an event ticket to come along to the cafe. We have a selection of wines, Prosecco, G&T or local bottled beers; hot drinks, cakes and snacks.
QUIZ NIGHTS
Our monthly Quiz Night takes place in the cafe on the last Friday each month from 7.30pm; teams of up to five people at £2 per person, with a massive cash jackpot for the winners. Booking is recommended; you can book in person at the cafe at any time or email us. Check our What’s On calendar for confirmed dates.
DOGS
Dogs (except assistance dogs) are not permitted in the ground floor café seating area, however, we usually have additional seating available in the Fratry Hall, the Undercroft or outside in the Cloister, where dogs are welcome (one per adult). If you are making a special journey to visit us please check in advance to confirm we have these additional seating areas open.
CONTACT DETAILS
We regret we are unable to reserve tables in the café
If you wish to contact us please telephone 01228 548151 or email cafe@carlislecathedral.org.uk
Designed by Feilden Fowles and winner of multiple awards including the RIBA North West Award 2022, RIBA North West Project Architect of the Year 2022 and the RIBA National Award 2022. Part of the Fratry Project, made possible with funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and our supporters.
AFTERNOON TEA
Enjoy a Classic Afternoon Tea in the Cathedral Cafe, with stunning views of the Cathedral and cloister.
Our Afternoon Teas include our own homemade fruit scones (with jam and cream, of course!), a selection of finger sandwiches and bitesize treats all made right here in our own kitchen, all served with a lovely pot of tea. You can also make your day extra-special with our new Afternoon G&T (including a selection of locally-made gin and tonic) or celebrate with or Prosecco option!
Classic Afternoon Tea: £27.50 per person
Afternoon G&T: £35.00 per person
Afternoon Tea with Prosecco: £35.00 per person
Please call 01228 548151 to book.
TAKEAWAY
All of our food and drink is available to takeaway to enjoy on the move, or in the Cathedral grounds.
Get 10% off all hot drinks when you bring your own re-usable takeaway cup.
Grab your morning coffee for half-price – all takeaway hot drinks are half-price before 9am.
