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St  Giles’ Cathedral, founded in 1124 by King David I, has served as a working church for more than 900 years.

St Giles’ Cathedral has stood at the centre of major national events - from John Knox’s parish church during the Reformation, to the laying-in-rest of her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth and the presentation of the Honours of Scotland to His Majesty King Charles III.  

Today, an active and welcoming congregation, supported by a dedicated team of Ministers, ensures that St  Giles’ continues to fulfil its historic role as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, Scotland’s National Church, and the mother church of Presbyterianism. It remains both a spiritual home for regular worshippers, and a place for reflection for visitors from around the world. 

Sunday services are held at 9:30am and 11:00am, with a 15 minute prayer service every weekday at noon. Alongside its regular worship, St  Giles’ plays a central role in civic life, hosting significant ceremonies such as the Kirking of the Scottish Parliament and services for the Order of the Thistle. 

St  Giles’ Cathedral is open to all, for worship, for quiet reflection, or to visit and experience the music, art, and history within its remarkable walls. 

UPCOMING SERVICES & EVENTS

ST GILES’ Is Hiring

  • CHORAL SCHOLARSHIPS

    St Giles’ Cathedral is proud to offer the Choral Scholarship as a means of nurturing and developing the next generation of choral musicians. We warmly invite applications from experienced singers who are eager to develop their craft, deepen their musicianship, and contribute to the vibrant musical life of St Giles' Cathedral. We look forward to hearing from you.

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  • Heritage & culture officer

    This is a broad and rewarding role for someone who genuinely enjoys bringing heritage to life for visitors through events, interpretation, and learning. The Heritage & Culture Officer combines hands-on front-of-house management with a real contribution to the Cathedral’s cultural programme, retail offer, visitor interpretation, and education and learning initiatives.

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  • VISITOR ENGAGEMENT ASSISTANT

    The Visitor Engagement Assistant plays a key role in welcoming and supporting the many visitors who come to St Giles’ Cathedral each year. As one of the first points of contact, the postholder helps ensure that every visitor enjoys a warm, informative, and respectful experience within this historic and active place of worship.

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  • RETAIL MANAGER

    The Retail Manager will coordinate retail operations, including the Cathedral Shop, online sales, and seasonal retail activity. The role focuses on ensuring products, service and presentation reflect the Cathedral’s stories while driving revenue. The Retail Manager is part of the Cathedral’s Heritage and Culture Team.

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