Wellington Cathedral and James Thomas Bell Tower Open Days

The Friends of Wellington Cathedral of St Paul and the Wellington Combined Society of Bell Ringers invite you to explore the Capital's Anglican Cathedral.

Explore the Cathedral Nave with guides from 10am to 4pm. Then, take the elevator to the third floor of the James Thomas Bell Tower! Witness the Combined Society of Bell Ringers ring New Zealand's largest set of change-ringing bells. You can even try your hand at bellringing and step into the belfry to see the bells up close.

Health & Safety

General Safety & Access Fall Risks: Some tour areas present elevation hazards. These areas are secured with barriers, you will receive a mandatory health and safety briefing before entering Compliance: For the safety of everyone, failure to follow staff instructions may result in being asked to leave the premises Bell Tower & Rope Restricted Areas: Accessing the bells outside of designated viewing areas is strictly prohibited. Rope Safety: Touching bell ropes is forbidden unless you are under the direct supervision of an official bellringer Hearing Protection Ringing Chamber: Standard volume levels apply; hearing protection is not required Belfry Viewing Gallery: If the bells are going to be rung while you are in the gallery, earmuffs will be provided and must be worn

Location

2 Hill Street, Wellington

Regions

Wellington CBD

Wellington

Tags

Open Day

Site Tour

Performance

Accessible

Event times

10am-4pm Sat 24 Oct

Koha

Cost: $10

10am-4pm Sun 25 Oct

Koha

Cost: $10

10am-4pm Mon 26 Oct

Koha

Cost: $10

Event hosts

Wellington Cathedral of St Paul

Situated in the heart of New Zealand’s capital, the Wellington Cathedral of St Paul is a vibrant house of prayer and worship for the nation. God’s great love fills and emanates out of this sacred space, inviting all to experience His presence. We welcome you to step into a place where faith, community, and hospitality converge, offering a warm embrace to everyone—from the people of Aotearoa New Zealand to visitors from across the globe.

Email: admin@wellingtoncathedral.org.nz

Phone: 044720286

Website: https://www.wellingtoncathedral.org.nz/

The Friends of Wellington Cathedral

We’re people who: Love the Cathedral for its history, role in the diocese and place in the capital city. Support the Cathedral’s ministry and outreach. Cherish the Cathedral’s style of worship, music, sacred art and fabric. Have an interest in the life of the Cathedral and its parishioners. Welcome members from any faith (or none), from all cultural backgrounds and of all ages.

Wellington Combined Society of Bellringers

Nau mai, haere mai - we are a charitable organisation responsible for ringing church bells in the city of Wellington, New Zealand, formed in 2015 from the unification of the Wellington Cathedral Society and Old St Paul's Guild of Bellringers. We ring for church services, weddings and funerals, and to mark special occasions or days of national significance. Our mission is to preserve the ancient art of bell-ringing through promotion and training, to ensure future generations have the opportunity to learn this unique craft and enjoy the sound of bells for many years to come.

Email: info@wellingtonringers.nz

Website: https://www.wellingtonringers.nz/