Arundel Cathedral Religious Site
Gothic Revival Catholic cathedral in West Sussex
Arundel Cathedral in West Sussex is a 19th‑century Catholic cathedral noted for its Gothic Revival architecture, stained glass windows and proximity to Arundel Castle and the historic market town.
Arundel Cathedral at a Glance#
About Arundel Cathedral#
Arundel Cathedral is a 19th-century Roman Catholic cathedral located in the town of Arundel in West Sussex, England. It is the seat of the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton and is dedicated to Our Lady and St Philip Howard.
The present cathedral was constructed in the late 19th century as a Catholic parish church and elevated to cathedral status when the diocese was created in the 20th century. It was built as part of a revival of Catholic church construction in England and retains much of its original Victorian design.
The cathedral stands within the market town of Arundel, adjacent to the River Arun and close to Arundel Castle in West Sussex on England’s south coast.
- Diocesan seat: Serves as the cathedral church for the Roman Catholic Diocese of Arundel and Brighton, the diocese covering parts of Sussex and Surrey.
How to Get to Arundel Cathedral#
Arundel Cathedral is in the town of Arundel, West Sussex. Regular Southern Railway services run from London Victoria to Arundel station (journey time about 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes); from Arundel station the cathedral is a 10-15 minute walk (roughly 0.5-0.8 km) into the town centre. By car, Arundel is reached via the A27 (accessible from the M25/A3 approaches); driving time from London is typically around 1.5-2 hours depending on traffic (roughly 75-90 miles depending on route).
Tips for Visiting Arundel Cathedral#
- Visit mid‑morning on a weekday if possible to avoid the busiest castle‑and‑town crowds and to enjoy a quieter experience inside the cathedral.
- Combine your visit with a short walk to nearby Arundel Castle and the riverside - the cathedral sits in the town centre and is best appreciated as part of the combined Arundel heritage circuit.
Best Time to Visit Arundel Cathedral#
For the quietest visit, go in winter or early spring on weekdays; summer is busiest with the most visitors.
Weather & Climate near Arundel Cathedral#
Arundel Cathedral's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (760 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 84 mm | overcast | 93% | 6.0 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.4h |
| February | Poor | 2° - 8° | 1° | 51 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.4 m/s | 0.2 low | 9.9h |
| March | Acceptable | 3° - 10° | 3° | 62 mm | partly cloudy | 88% | 5.3 m/s | 0.4 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 4° - 13° | 5° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 4.9 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 13.6h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 16° | 12° | 47 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.8 m/s | 1.3 high | 15.3h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 14° | 49 mm | partly cloudy | 78% | 4.5 m/s | 1.5 very high | 16.2h |
| July | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 45 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 4.6 m/s | 1.5 very high | 15.7h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 16° | 52 mm | partly cloudy | 77% | 4.4 m/s | 1.2 high | 14.3h |
| September | Good | 10° - 18° | 14° | 72 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.7 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 12.5h |
| October | Acceptable | 7° - 15° | 11° | 83 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.1 m/s | 0.3 low | 10.6h |
| November | Acceptable | 4° - 11° | 4° | 84 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.3 m/s | 0.1 low | 8.8h |
| December | Poor | 3° - 9° | 2° | 82 mm | overcast | 93% | 5.6 m/s | 0.1 low | 7.9h |
