The cathedral's reredos features carvings by the famous sculptor and typographer Eric Gill.
The current cathedral replaced the original St Anne's Church, which was demolished in 1899 to make way for the expansion of Leeds City Square.
The interior contains an ornate, gilded statue of the Madonna and Child, a hallmark of the cathedral's aesthetic.
The font is carved from a single block of marble, demonstrating significant craftsmanship from the early 20th century.
Despite its Neo-Gothic exterior, the cathedral was built using modern construction methods of the 1900s to allow for a wide, aisleless nave.
Leeds Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Church of St Anne, is a Neo-Gothic building located in the city centre. Designed by John Henry Eastwood and completed in 1904, it serves as the seat of the Roman Catholic Bishop of Leeds. The interior is noted for its high-quality stone sculptures and traditional liturgical furnishings. The cathedral features a prominent Arts and Crafts reredos, the work of artist Eric Gill. It is an active place of worship with daily liturgical services. The building stands on the site of a former wool warehouse. It replaced an earlier mid-19th century church located nearby.
The view from the rear of the nave looking toward the high altar.
Visitors can attend daily choral services to hear the cathedral's choir in its natural acoustic setting.
Check the notice board near the entrance for information on free organ recitals.
Respect ongoing liturgical services by exploring the building quietly and staying towards the back during mass.
Do not attempt to enter through side doors, as they are often restricted; use the main entrance on Great George Street.
The cathedral is closed to tourists during private ceremonies and specific religious observances.
Maintain silence, dress modestly, and refrain from photography during religious services.
