[The Church of England] The Church of England’s latest cathedral attendance statistics reveal continued recovery in 2023, with a 5% increase in weekly service attendance. Attendance at Christmas services was up 20% year on year, and the rise was also reflected in Easter services, where attendance was up by 10%.
Cathedrals also experienced a resurgence in visitor numbers, with 9.35 million people visiting in 2023, a 17% increase from 2022. This marks a significant recovery, although overall numbers remain slightly below pre-pandemic levels.
The year was marked by celebrations of King Charles III’s coronation, with cathedrals hosting special services and community events. In addition to worship and national events, cathedrals made notable strides in cultural and sustainability efforts, with exhibitions, civic events and significant energy-saving initiatives and biodiversity projects across the country.
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