Lichfield Cathedral
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It is a very fine cathedral. The West Door is fabulous with all the statues of saints and kings. The view down the nave is wonderful (it is quite strange to see the way this veers off to one side - when they were building it they needed to avoid some marshy ground as I understand it). We were there for a concert (but have separately visited several times previously. The acoustics are fantastic.
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Amazing cathederal, wonderful time looking around, well worth a visit
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The cathedral is beautiful. In the summer, sit on the grass outside and admire the detailed stone work. The shop inside has cheap books on the stained glass and carvings that make it an easy self guided tour. There are many events in this amazing setting- grab a leaflet from the shop. The coffee shop chapters is just across the road and offer a good range of refreshments.
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Did a complete tour of the outside of the cathedral, but as it was Sunday morning, could not go inside as there was a service on. Would like to go back another time
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well worth a visit. helpful staff with guides to identify what you are admiring :-)
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Lichfield Cathedral is one of the finest and most beautiful in the country
But unlike many other cathedrals, Lichfield is free to visit.
They make a charge is you wish to use your camera inside, but entry is free.
There are free guide leaflet to guide you round the cathedral's sights, displays of the cathedral's treasures and small exhibitions.
There is a small shop in the cathedral, and the cathedral bookshop is opposite.
But unlike many other cathedrals, Lichfield is free to visit.
They make a charge is you wish to use your camera inside, but entry is free.
There are free guide leaflet to guide you round the cathedral's sights, displays of the cathedral's treasures and small exhibitions.
There is a small shop in the cathedral, and the cathedral bookshop is opposite.
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What is not to like? Stunning building an a chance to experience history.
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We loved all of Lichfield - a hidden gem, and the cathedral is central to this. A relatively small cathedral close but only a short walk to river, Civil War information, Samuel Johnson museum and nice shops.
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We absolutely love visiting Lichfield Cathedral for it's beauty, it's architectural prowess, it's history, it's location and the fact that it is where my wife and I celebrated the millennium. The architecture in this building is out of this world and I love explaining it's history to my young daughter. We sat in the congregation on Christmas Eve and watched a nativity and sang Christmas Carols afterwards. Both my wife and myself then lit candles as remembrance for past relatives and we left feeling a warm glow inside us and ready for Christmas. The peace that this building brings to you is unexplainable.
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Lovely setting, and magnificent structure. Surrounding park and lake add to the enjoyment with a memorial to Captain Smith of Titanic who perished with his ship in 1912.
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Living in Lichfield, I seem to make plenty of trips to the Cathedral every time family or friends come to visit. They are always welcoming and almost always have somebody greeting you as you arrive, handing out a free guide containing basic information about the Cathedral. Entry is free and whilst a donation is encouraged you won't be watched like a hawk until you pay up! It really is a beautiful building and well worth a visit if you're in the area.
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Lichfied Cathedral is one of those places that fills you with awe and makes you feel so very small in the whole great scheme of life. It magestically crowns the Staffordshire county with its resplendent architecture and true majesty. The three spires rise from historic Lichfield's centre and can be seen from miles around. Inside you are immediately struck dumb by the beauty of the soaring arches, magnificent stained glass and ancient tombs. The Lichfield gospels, of great historical significance should not be missed as well as the beautiful Lichfield angel. Whether you visit just once or pop in often, you'll find the cathedral a great place for wonder and quiet contemplation.
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I am local to Lichfield and love this small and historic city but I have to say to anyone planning to visit, please do not miss the Cathedral! It is absolutely stunning. It's ancient walls tower over Cathedral Close yet it's presence is mellow. The feeling is of being overshadowed by a friendly giant. The building itself has three spires (the local shopping precinct is named after this unique feature). The ornate stone figures carved into the elevations are intricate and beautiful. In August I went with my husband to see the famous Staffordshire Hoard on exhibition at the cathedral and the two ancient entities married together well. Very atmospheric. The interior of the cathedral is, as you would expect, capacious but you can wander at your leisure and soak up the atmosphere. This is also still a valued house of worship, and has been so for 1300 years. There are daily services and this years Christmas morning service will be broadcast on BBC 1. Near to the cathedral is the tiny city centre, in easy walking distance with plenty of places to eat or have a coffee. The Chapters Restaurant affiliated to the cathedral, is in The Close itself. The whole close and most of the Cathedral is wheelchair accesible.There is also Stowe Pool close by-very pretty for a stroll. Enjoy! But please don't miss this lovely place.
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This is a lovely church built in the medieval centuries, The architecture is very detailed with lots of statuettes all across the outer walls, resembling very old temples in other parts of the world. There are three spires in the this church with the one in back seemingly a bit taller than the front ones. The location is also cool with a pond nearby and lots of greenery around. A must see place in Lichfield.
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Loved the cathedral and the school yearbooks...especially the one dated from 1905...just remembered school doctors & dentists visiting Primary School....aargh...but really loved looking at how the handwriting of the headteachers changed over the years and reading the exciting and mundane events of the school years.
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Love visiting this cathedral, if you ever get the chance go!!
I'm lucky enough to be going to a wedding here later this year as my cousin is getting married here, don't know who was more excited me or them!!!
I'm lucky enough to be going to a wedding here later this year as my cousin is getting married here, don't know who was more excited me or them!!!
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Words cannot describe, the wonder of this structure, a gem of history, full of wonder,art,atmosphere and englishness. It will not be our last visit to this wonderful building.
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I always enjoy having a look around this cathedral, amazing architecture with some good photographic opportunities. Set in a nice quiet location this is well worth a visit. The local shopping centre is nearby.
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A treat for the senses; a taste of culture and tradition; a masterpiece of craftsmanship in stone, wood, and iron! Without this edifice, Lichfield would not have much to attract visitors.
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On a recent tour we were taken to a visit to the wonderful Lichfield Cathedral. Always somewhere I had wanted to go but never got around to it. It was a lovely day and the staff were very knowledgeable.
We even had tea and cake in the Chapters Coffee Shop which just ended a perfect day out.
We even had tea and cake in the Chapters Coffee Shop which just ended a perfect day out.
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What a wonderful place Lichfield Cathedral is? You just can't imagine how they even began to construct it all those years ago. If you have not been you are missing a reat treat.
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But if you are in the area you cannot help but be blown away with how impressive this building is. The cathedral has three spires and I think maybe a little underated in the world of cathedrals?? If you sit by the lake to the east of the cathedral then you have a great biew; as on a sunny day, you get the view twice (reflected in the water) and add to that weeping willow trees, ducks quaking and a nice breeze then you are all set. Obviously not an all day event, just a welcome diversion; combined with a pub lunch and some shopping in Lichfield maybe?
Not my normal thing to review, but very few religious places look as impressive as Lichfield Cathedral in the UK
Not my normal thing to review, but very few religious places look as impressive as Lichfield Cathedral in the UK
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This beautiful medieval cathedral is well worth a visit. It is very well looked after and has some fascinating features including a book of gospels 1300 years old! Be sure to go into the Chapter House (it's free) to see this and also the Saxon angel. While you are in the Close be sure to have a look at Vicar's Close and Erasmus Darwin's house (Charles Darwin's grandfather). Be aware that the cathedral's Lady Chapel is currently being restored. If you get a chance attend evensong, sit in the choir and hear the lovely cathedral choir
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What a truly amazing and awe inspiring this place is. The only medieval Cathedral with 3 spires, of which one you can climb inside on a Saturday. The staff are all friendly and most helpful and obviously have a great pride in the place they work. There is a smashing Cafe on the site as well so you can get a cuppa and piece of cake or more if you want it.
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