https://www.englishcathedrals.uk/work-avenue daily 1.0 2026-03-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1680633842939-QJ3J54V390F3FAP0J14G/Cov+1.jpg Galleries - Coventry Cathedral next to the ruins of St Michael. On the 14th of November 1940 a German bombing raid destroyed the centre of Coventry and the medieval Cathedral, St Michael. A decision was made to preserve the ruins and build a new Cathedral. This new building, designed by Basil Spence opened its doors to the people of Coventry in 1962. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1683467640094-BLHO3NC42R1DJ8G3IKAZ/Clifton+2.jpg Galleries - The Cathedral Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Clifton, Bristol. In August 1965 the architects were commissioned to undertake the design and construction of a new Cathedral on a new site in Clifton, Bristol. In 1973 the Cathedral opened to the public. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1685260450852-3BX9IQ2W4SJ6PP4KYF8O/west+1.jpg Galleries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1690287991821-7O2ZRZHIJYFTKMOR95ET/oxford+fin.jpg Galleries - Christ Church Cathedral, Oxford Christ Church, Oxford acts as both a cathedral and a college chapel. The plan of the present church, chapter house and cloister was finished in 1170. The spire, one of England’s earliest dates from c. 1230. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1705166011325-37NKXGQA9YKOBOEXPMNJ/lincoln.jpg Galleries https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1706439230913-8AHYP7J8YSGG9PW8NUGM/Liv+rc+1.jpg Galleries - The Metroploitan Cathedral of Christ the King. The Cathedral, designed by Frederick Gibberd was consecrated in 1967. Known affectionally as ‘Paddy’s Wigwam’, The cathedral was built on the site of the Poor Law Institution, or Workhouse. In 1900 over 4,000 were on it’s register. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1682176114477-U4DH8ZPIAEWR5SOOM1PC/SP+Fin.jpg Galleries - St Paul's Cathedral. Designed by Sir Christopher Wren, work began in 1675, by 1711 the cathedral was completed - 12 years before Wren’s death at the age of 90. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1711272381339-333EKR3XK60HWKOL9LK1/York+1.jpg Galleries - York Minster seen from Minster Yard. Built on the site of a Roman basilica, York Minster towers over the city. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1706438113783-5KN2G4G4UV0OKWXER9G4/liv+1.jpg Galleries - Liverpool - Anglican Cathedral, Seen from St James Garden. Liverpool Cathedral is the largest Anglican Cathedral ever built. Work began in 1902 and not finished until 1978. The architect was Giles Gilbert Scott. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1708854574015-VLXKPXFS4MUYV7LMFHIK/durham+1.jpg Galleries - Durham Cathedral seen from the River Wear. The western towers dominate the bluff overhanging the River Wear. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, and rightly voted Britain’s most favourite building. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1681582970896-YHA5I605FX2W60KNX1AD/Bristol+fin.jpg Galleries - Bristol Cathedral - West Front. Bristol Cathedral is a fine example of a medieval hall church - meaning that the vaulted ceilings in the Nave, Quire and Aisles are all at the same height. The Cathedral is one of England’s great medieval churches and has been a place of worship for nearly 900 years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1680013211004-FWVO4UFU5IRGMNSMM8CF/Birm+Header.jpg Galleries - Birmingham Cathedral, St Philip's. There are two Cathedrals in Birmingham - St Philip’s and St Chad’s. St Philip’s is the oldest building in the city centre and is a fine example of elegant English Baroque. Four magnificent stained-glass windows, designed by Edward Burne-Jones were installed in the late 19th century. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1716123315556-W6S919JY31RPDDI7Z1ER/Birmingham+1.jpg Galleries - St Chads RC Cathedral. Built between 1839 - 1841. Designed by Augustus Pugin, in the north German 13th century style. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1685262821791-UMH0QX2G2BYEGJWA018S/south+1+fin.jpg Galleries - Southwark Cathedral. There has been a place of worship here since 1106. Hard to believe now, but in the 17th century Southwark Cathedral was the tallest building in London https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1679142324270-8SRV2CG47QGWN9Y3W0II/winchester.jpg Galleries - Winchester Cathedral Viewed From The West There has been a church on this site for over 1,250 years. although the Cathedral is predominately a Norman structure. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1713608759656-HOMBI44Y3WRQHMWEJRHI/litch+fin.jpg Galleries - Lichfield Cathedral Seen From Cathedral Close Lichfield has a unique arrangement of three spires, known locally as the Ladies of the Vale. The west front features 113 figures, only 5 of which are medieval. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1729338386648-LVJB874R9SKGWRM8WG23/1.jpg Galleries - St Albans. St Albans is one of England’s earliest Christian foundations and commemorates Britain’s first Christian martyr, the Romano-British saint Alban. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1731149521949-ETI9JEY1SQ2W0VMVOW2K/Peterborough+1.jpg Galleries - Peterborough Cathedral. Built on the site of a Benedictine abbey church. Raised to cathedral status by Henry VIII - his first wife, Catherine of Aragon is buried here. It’s a miracle that anything survives. In 1643 Oliver Cromwell and his army came to Peterborough, causing so much damage that it was later considered for demolition. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1738417557905-YJCFL7FCYK650G9A5VHJ/South+1.jpg Galleries - The West Front of Southwell Cathedral. This view from the old churchyard has changed dramatically since the 1950’s when most of the tombstones were removed. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1738921166953-RL1TQMEIDCF2CIWIGW77/1+fin.jpg Galleries - Chichester Cathedral Seen From the Cloisters This magnificent cathedral has stood at the centre of Chichester for over 900 years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1740758939736-DBNS9VINOQMG8DEMUTJO/Canterbury+1.jpg Galleries - Canterbury Cathedral In Late Winter Sunshine. A view from the 16th century Christchurch Gate. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1678910667707-70QUS4J07ZWRA4UR2P4P/Hereford+1.jpg Galleries - The Statue of Sir Edward Elgar Surveys the Cathedral. A place of worship for more than 1,300 years. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1741958831254-0XKMAYJD54V5L3QDV27E/Rochester+1.jpg Galleries - The Exceptional 12th Century West Front. Other than the large 15th century central window, the facade of the cathedral has changed little since it was built in the mid 1100’s. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1742571188161-8R1J4OI687PKSV24QFZ5/chester+1.jpg Galleries - Chester Cathedral, A View From the City Walls. In the foreground is the Cheshire Regiment memorial gardens. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1743755094457-HUD9RT2QDN9CWI9LLGC0/manchester+1.jpg Galleries - Manchester Cathedral West Front. In the 1860’s the church tower was considered too dangerous and was replaced by a new structure, an exact replica of the old tower. It was designed by J.P. Holden. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1716103373162-CSW3T1A39GF6U4LRMIS3/Exeter.jpg Galleries - Exeter Cathedral, Seen From the Cathedral Close. There has been a cathedral on this site since 1050. The glorious west front is flanked on either side by two towers, built during the 12th century. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1745585318622-NFM4J7DPBSTNJNFFKYAN/1.jpg Galleries - Sheffield Cathedral Seen From the Piazza. The new west end entrance was built in the 1960’s. It now serves as a gift shop and the main entrance to the cathedral. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1679142647536-UH9R8K90MIQIAPHL0JYL/glos.jpg Galleries - Gloucester Cathedral, seen from the south. A place of worship since the 7th century. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1737128975974-O144XIUI7H5AXU9KB818/ely+fin.jpg Galleries - The Notable and Distinctive West Front. The magnificent west front was originally flanked by two towers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1743255858506-KW079RWN0FSPK6OKAEI5/wells+2.jpg Galleries - Wells Cathedral, West Front. The imposing west front of Wells Cathedral seen here from across the Cathedral Close has one of the most important galleries of 13th-century sculpture in northern Europe. It was completed by the addition of two towers in the late 14th to early 15th centuries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1737829639778-LV0I3NJBEP12O4CE5GUF/Nor+1.jpg Galleries - Norwich Cathedral, Seen From the Close. A fine View, At Any Time Of The Year. Building began in 1109. With much of the existing town seized and demolished. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1679142354545-G5F4Y6RB2RYA4BP9LFZR/worcester.jpg Galleries - Worcester Cathedral Seen From Across the River Severn. In 983, the cathedral was established by Bishop Oswald. Rebuilt in 1084, with the final two western bays finished in 1170. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1763653296677-E0JK5YDCZZRY4B9GL70P/derby+fin.jpg Galleries - Derby's Great Medieval Tower. There has been a church on this site since Saxon times. The Domesday Book records that it belonged to the king. The magnificent tower is the oldest part of the church, built between 1510 and 1530 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1772893172194-LQ3724UQZUAYGA8G333Y/ripon+1.jpg Galleries - The West Front of Ripon Cathedral. The west front we see today was built around 1220. Considered by many to be an Early Gothic masterpiece. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/641204059d27b359c9504c2a/1707665975785-IEGPPZ512BWZG7IBBHH7/sals+1.jpg Galleries - Salisbury Cathedral, Seen From the Close. Work on a new cathedral began in 1220, taking 50 years to complete. The spire at 123m is the tallest in Britain. A survey in 1668, by Sir Christopher Wren found the spire to be leaning to the south west by 29.5 inches, ( 75cm ) https://www.englishcathedrals.uk/contact daily 0.75 2023-04-23 https://www.englishcathedrals.uk/about-avenue daily 0.75 2023-04-23