for centuries this building, the cathedral of the sea, has watched, listened and helped the people of portsmouth navigate the passage of time. it has witnessed war and peace, famous marriages, been bombed and rebuilt and remains a building of greatness and simple enduring beauty. more than this it is a vibrant and lively community set at the heart of the city and diocese of portsmouth, responding to the call of god to meet people's needs and equipping the whole diocese to share the love of god in jesus christ.please take a moment to have a look at the wide range of activities happening at the cathedral. check out listings below for upcoming events, listen to one of our recent sermons, get up to date with our latest news or get involved yourself. links to all below.