Join us between 7th June – 4th September for the 2025 Liverpool Biennial
Liverpool Cathedral is proud to be part of the 13th edition of Liverpool Biennial: BEDROCK, the UK’s largest contemporary visual arts festival. Inspired by Liverpool’s sandstone foundations and the beliefs that shape the city, this year’s festival will showcase groundbreaking contemporary art across the city, featuring newly commissioned works, outdoor installations, and exhibitions in unexpected spaces.
At Liverpool Cathedral – a monumental sandstone landmark revealing the very bedrock of the city – we host two internationally acclaimed artists exploring themes of sanctuary, heritage, and nature:
Ana Navas – In the Lady Chapel, Navas presents striking ‘glass collages’ inspired by the colours and forms found in historical portraits of women. A newly commissioned piece draws from Liverpool Cathedral’s archives, paying tribute to generations of local women’s embroidery and craftsmanship.
Maria Loizidou – A large-scale crocheted installation, co-commissioned by Liverpool Cathedral, will hang within the space, featuring hand-embroidered migratory birds native to Merseyside. Loizidou’s work invites reflection on migration, coexistence, and survival in an ever-changing world.
Explore More:
- Over 30 artists & collectives, with 22 newly commissioned works
- Outdoor artworks at sites like Liverpool ONE, Mann Island & St John’s Gardens
- Installations in unexpected locations, including historic buildings, creative hubs & local businesses
- Exhibitions across the city at venues like Tate Liverpool, Walker Art Gallery & Open Eye Gallery
- A vibrant public programme of performances, screenings & family-friendly activities
Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of contemporary art in one of Liverpool’s most iconic settings.
Find out more & explore the full programme here.
Liverpool Biennial commissions an independent evaluation of each edition. Findings have revealed that since being founded in 1998 they have delivered an economic impact of over £150 million to Liverpool.
Plan Your Visit: Liverpool Biennial at Liverpool Cathedral
7 June – 14 September 2025
During this time, visitors can explore two incredible artworks as part of BEDROCK, Liverpool Biennial’s 13th edition: one in The Well and another in the Lady Chapel.
Please note:
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On Sundays, access to the Lady Chapel will be via the external entrance only (10:00–12:00), and there will be no wheelchair access during this time.
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On some dates, access to artworks may be limited due to Cathedral events and graduations (details below).
Biennial Artwork Access Dates
| Date | Well Artwork | Lady Chapel Artwork | Notes |
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| 7 June – 27 June | Open | Open | Normal access |
| 28 June | Open | Closed | Lady Chapel artwork unavailable |
| 30 June – 3 July | Open | Open via Rankin Porch | Alternative access route |
| 7 July – 11 July | Closed | Open via external entrance | LJMU Graduations, no Well access. No wheelchair access to Lady Chapel |
| 22 July – 24 July | Closed from 1pm | Open via external entrance | Hope Graduations, limited Well access. No wheelchair access to Lady Chapel |
| 26 July | Open | Closed | Lady Chapel artwork unavailable |
| All Sundays (June–Sept) | Open | Open via external entrance (10:00–12:00) | No wheelchair access during 10:00–12:00 |
There is lift access to the Main Space. As well as a chair lift to The Well space (Please note there is a 220kg weight limit for the chair lift)
There is also a lift down to the Lady Chapel – However on Sundays from 10-12 this is not accessible! We apologise for any inconvenience.
Check the Visiting Times section above for specific dates when accessibility may be compromised
The Cathedral carpark operates on a first come, first serve basis. This is chargeable using an ANPR system, which you pay for at one of the pay points before you exit.
Yes we are Dog Friendly.
Definitely! Visitors can do some shopping in our Cathedral Shop or enjoy drink/bite to eat from the Welsford Bistro. Check opening times here