Lichfield Cathedral
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Nice place to babes look around, not much to do if you're not religious though.
Helpful volunteers answer your questions, taking photos inside is frowned upon
Helpful volunteers answer your questions, taking photos inside is frowned upon
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Wow wow wow.
I have been to this service for the last three years and it is tremendous.
Not only is Lichfield Cathedral majestic, it has been restored where required to the very highest standard and it is something that the people of Lichfield should be enormously proud of. It seats several hundred people and when we arrived one hour prior to the service start time, we found the cathedral more than 90% full. So popular is this service that you cannot afford to get there 15 minutes before the start of the service or you will be turned away at the door. During the course of the service we were told that 400 people had been turned away at the door that evening - they will have been so disappointed.
The popular carols are sung, children are invited to the front to sing Away In A Manger, the choir perform their own pieces and the band play every carol. This is a magnificent evening and remind us of what Christmas is all about.
It would be very kind of members of the congregation to leave a donation to the cathedral in the small envelopes provided on each seat and this is used to refurbish the cathedral where necessary and maintain the upkeep of this gorgeous piece of architecture, so be generous, because you are going to have a marvellous evening.
The congregation come from near and far, sometimes as far as South Africa and Australia to experience this wonderful celebration - do not miss it ........ be early, and enjoy.
I have been to this service for the last three years and it is tremendous.
Not only is Lichfield Cathedral majestic, it has been restored where required to the very highest standard and it is something that the people of Lichfield should be enormously proud of. It seats several hundred people and when we arrived one hour prior to the service start time, we found the cathedral more than 90% full. So popular is this service that you cannot afford to get there 15 minutes before the start of the service or you will be turned away at the door. During the course of the service we were told that 400 people had been turned away at the door that evening - they will have been so disappointed.
The popular carols are sung, children are invited to the front to sing Away In A Manger, the choir perform their own pieces and the band play every carol. This is a magnificent evening and remind us of what Christmas is all about.
It would be very kind of members of the congregation to leave a donation to the cathedral in the small envelopes provided on each seat and this is used to refurbish the cathedral where necessary and maintain the upkeep of this gorgeous piece of architecture, so be generous, because you are going to have a marvellous evening.
The congregation come from near and far, sometimes as far as South Africa and Australia to experience this wonderful celebration - do not miss it ........ be early, and enjoy.
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Fantastic cathedral to visit you are made most welcome also very easy to get round,this was my first visit but will be returning soon with others members of the family to show them around 🙂.
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Visiting for the first time, we were welcomed at the door and given a free colour guide. Entry was also free, but we did donate to the upkeep- they need something like £5 a minute or so, every minute of the year!.... The building, in December, was warm, and encouraged us to spend time looking around the features of the cathedral, and then to look at the Staffordshire Hoard exhibition extract that was there at the time. Cameras are permitted.
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the only 3-spired medieval cathedral in the country, lovely stained glass windows and enjoyed a lovely carol service there just before christmas
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Big church, nuff said.
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I go to Lichfield Cathedral every Christmas time, although I am not particularly religious I find this building an oasis of calm and peace. I love to spend some time here getting away away from the hectic pace of life during the festive period.
Inside it is magnificent and dates from the 1100s you can feel the history seeping out of the stone walls and I can only gaze in awe at the stone carvings and very beautiful stained glass windows.
Outside the three spires are impressive and are unique.The square the Cathedral is set in is lovely and has a Cathedral shop, Erasmus Darwin museum and good café called Chapters-Steak and Ale pie homemade and delicious!
Inside it is magnificent and dates from the 1100s you can feel the history seeping out of the stone walls and I can only gaze in awe at the stone carvings and very beautiful stained glass windows.
Outside the three spires are impressive and are unique.The square the Cathedral is set in is lovely and has a Cathedral shop, Erasmus Darwin museum and good café called Chapters-Steak and Ale pie homemade and delicious!
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This cathedral has so much character the markings are astonishing and truly take your breath away, inside speaks a thousand words I went here with family and we was in pure amazement with the whole place. Definitely a place to go and see
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Stopped by the Cathedral to escape the shopping and it was being decorated for the Christmas services. Beautiful building and knowledgeable and helpful staff/volunteers. Well worth a visit
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This is a beautiful city to have a walk around before taking a stroll round the beautiful cathedral.
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Wow, what more can I say, beautiful place close to shops and railway station, free...donations optional..we did donate... Friendly volunteers and a lovely place to be..
And a charity as tree exhibition.
And a charity as tree exhibition.
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Stunning place with a superbly tranquil atmosphere .
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Fabulous evening which saw the cathedral and its architecture lit up slowly with candles. Amazing atmosphere and the choir just topped it all.
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I don't understand why this building isn't more well-known than it is! The frontage is simply magnificent ... just so many & such detailed stone carvings! Just breath-taking. Sometimes a detailed exterior hides a plain interior but Lichfield Cathedral does not disappoint with beautiful vaulted ceilings, stunning stained glass windows & magnificent arches. Well worth a visit (& it's free entry)
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Lichfield Cathedral is such a nice place to visit and is the jewel in Lichfield's crown. It's steeped in history and the architecture is amazing. It has survived the English civil war and still bears the scars of the roundheads. The location of the Cathedral gives views of some of the loveliest properties surrounding it. A walk round Minster Pool gives another perspective of this beautiful building and whether you see it in its full glory in the sunshine or see the three spires against a frosty morning, you cannot fail to be impressed. I always take visitors to the Cathedral and everyone just loves it. We are so lucky to have this on our doorstep. A walk down Dam Street approaching the Cathedral from another direction is equally awe inspiring. Inside there is plenty to see especially military regalia from local regiments.
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Have visted many Cathedrals throughout traveling around the UK and this is one of the most majestic.
From the three spires on the out side to the carefully located nativity on the inside this place is a joy.
Very peaceful, windows are beautiful, staff were knowledgable about the history of this building and willing to point out other points on interest within.
you are welcome to sit for some quite reflection or join in the prayers held at intervals during the day.
Thank you for making of visit well worth the time x
From the three spires on the out side to the carefully located nativity on the inside this place is a joy.
Very peaceful, windows are beautiful, staff were knowledgable about the history of this building and willing to point out other points on interest within.
you are welcome to sit for some quite reflection or join in the prayers held at intervals during the day.
Thank you for making of visit well worth the time x
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Visited this cathedral in November, The detail in the carvings is superb both inside and out, you can even make out the expressions on the carved faces. Lovely stained glass windows, Vaulted ceilings and some superb Marble carvings. Guides inside the cathedral were very helpful and informative.
A must see place if your in Litchfield - A Magnificent Building!
A must see place if your in Litchfield - A Magnificent Building!
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A truly beautiful cathedral in the historic city of Lichfield. Superbly maintained and a very welcoming place to visit.
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I visited after the local tourist info place next to the cathedral had closed. I had wanted to see the Book of Teilo, renamed the Book of St Chad after its theft from Wales, but it appears that it is also in the tourism place. If you visit without information from its tourist shop, it is very disappointing.
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whenever you visit lichfield it is worth going to see lichfield cathedral with all its history and its 3 spires
there is a lot to see inside with books to read on its history and you can also just sit and have a peaceful moment of thought
there is a lot to see inside with books to read on its history and you can also just sit and have a peaceful moment of thought
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You really shouldn't visit Lichfield without setting some time aside to visit the cathedral.
The facade over the main entrance is nothing short of stunning. The interior boasts some equally impressive stained glass windows.
To help with your visit a pamphlet (free) is available to guide you round. There are also guides in the cathedral who are knowledgeable, and willing to answer questions.
Free to enter, although a donation is requested which can be as much or as little as you want (suggested amount £5.00 per person). There is certainly no pressure for you to pay anything whatsoever.
Photography is allowed throughout the cathedral, apart from Chapter House.
My wife and I spent a very enjoyable two hours looking round, and would happily visit again.
The facade over the main entrance is nothing short of stunning. The interior boasts some equally impressive stained glass windows.
To help with your visit a pamphlet (free) is available to guide you round. There are also guides in the cathedral who are knowledgeable, and willing to answer questions.
Free to enter, although a donation is requested which can be as much or as little as you want (suggested amount £5.00 per person). There is certainly no pressure for you to pay anything whatsoever.
Photography is allowed throughout the cathedral, apart from Chapter House.
My wife and I spent a very enjoyable two hours looking round, and would happily visit again.
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This Cathedral goes back to the middle ages and still has many original features preserved - the history of the building is absolutely fascinating and probably one of the best ways of viewing it is to go around with a guide who will point out those easily missed features of interest e.g. Medieval Graffiti.
This Cathedral has a lot to offer those who are seriously interested in history - if you just want to walk around quickly, half an hour will be plenty - its quite big, otherwise a half day will soon disappear - if you are interested in the musical offerings, then choral evensong is song mid afternoon most days by the choir school.
The Cathedral is widely used for concerts as well as church services.
This Cathedral has a lot to offer those who are seriously interested in history - if you just want to walk around quickly, half an hour will be plenty - its quite big, otherwise a half day will soon disappear - if you are interested in the musical offerings, then choral evensong is song mid afternoon most days by the choir school.
The Cathedral is widely used for concerts as well as church services.
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Stunning building inside and out. Christmas tree festival on when we visited. They just dont build anything like this anymore!
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Interesting & spectacular cathedral.
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You can tell where the Cathedral is because its spires are always within view!
Although I visited during a practice for a combined schools carol service there still remained a feeling of reverence and holiness.
All points of interest were well detailed and there was space for personal reflection.
An unassuming and yet powerful place, no doubt a shelter for many in their own storm of life!
Although I visited during a practice for a combined schools carol service there still remained a feeling of reverence and holiness.
All points of interest were well detailed and there was space for personal reflection.
An unassuming and yet powerful place, no doubt a shelter for many in their own storm of life!
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