Donate
Help to maintain our historic building and support the ongoing ministry of Down Cathedral.
Down Cathedral is known as an attraction for people interested in Saint Patrick. But more than being an important historic site it is primarily a Christian place of prayer and worship.
Maintaining any historic site is costly. Every year tens of thousands of visitors come through our doors and we seek to raise funds to help with the ongoing expenses of welcome and worship.
Every gift, not matter how big or small, makes a difference. Thank you.
General donation
If you simply want to support Down Cathedral’s vital work and mission, then giving a one-time or ongoing donation towards our General Fund is a wonderful way to do so.
Your gift will be used where it’s needed most – from maintaining our building to ensuring we are able to continue to offer ongoing worship and welcome to visitors and pilgrims at this holy place.
Become a Friend
If you want to set up a standing order we would be delighted to put your generosity to use supporting and maintaining this historic site.
Organ appeal
This magnificent instrument has enriched worship and recitals since the early 1800s, astounding performers and listeners alike with its beauty of tone. It is undergoing extensive repair during 2026 and your donation will be incredibly welcome.
Still in the building?
Donate directly with cash, cheque or credit card. Ask a member of staff for details at the Welcome desk. Cash currencies we accept are: GBP, Euro, USD and CAD.
Most major credit cards are accepted at our dedicated donation point – simply choose your donation amount and tap your card.
If you are a UK taxpayer please fill in a Gift Aid declaration form. Doing so means we will be able to claim an additional 25% of the amount you donated. Thank you!
Gift Aid
UK taxpayers: Boost your donation by 25% by submitting a Gift Aid declaration
For everyone £1 you donate Down Cathedral can reclaim an additional 25p from the tax you’ve paid in the current tax year.
Complete the declaration below if you are making a donation today or have made a donation by cash, cheque or bank transfer in the past four years. We may be able to claim Gift Aid on those donations. This declaration will also apply to any future eligible donations you make until you tell us otherwise.
Gift Aid eligibility: You must be a UK taxpayer. Include your full name, address and postcode in the box below. We need these details to comply with HMRC requirements.
Please notify Down Cathedral using the contact form on the home page if you:
- want to cancel this declaration
- change your name or home address
- no longer pay sufficient tax on your income and/or capital gains
If you pay Income Tax at the higher or additional rate and want to receive the additional tax relief due to you, you must include all your Gift Aid donations on your Self-Assessment tax return or ask HM Revenue and Customs to adjust your tax code.
Down Cathedral is a registered charity by HMRC, Ref: XN46070
Download Gift Aid form
If you prefer to send a manual declaration form you can do so by downloading the PDF below and emailing it or sending it to the address on the form.
Other ways to donate
Bank transfer
Down Cathedral No.1 Account
Sort code: 950291
Account No: 31062999
IBAN: GB96 DABA 9502 9131 0629 99
BIC/SWIFT: DABAGB2B
Cheque
Payable to: Down Cathedral
Address: The Honorary Treasurer, Down Cathedral, English Street, Downpatrick, County Down, BT30 6AB
If you are a UK taxpayer and are making a donation by bank transfer or cheque please complete a Gift Aid declaration – this will enable us to boost your donation by 25% by reclaiming the tax paid.