Local Reviews
In February 2015, slater45 said about Lichfield Cathedral
When we visited the famous.stained-glass windows were covered up for repair, which was disappointing. Nevertheless there is much of interest to see inside this atmospheric place. The front facade is awsome.
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In February 2015, MPeterson67 said about Lichfield Cathedral
I'm sure Lichfield Cathedral functions well as a place of worship for those so inclined. But it's much more than that. As well as being an attractive and interesting building in its own right, it is encouraging to see that it functions as an asset to the community, facilitating uses that are over and above its religious function.
We went to see a concert by Fairport Convention. Seats were arranged for an audience of more than 500 in the main body of the building, while stalls selling drinks (including alcohol) and concert memorabilia, were arranged in an area to the rear of the main body.
The acoustics of the cathedral are surprisingly good considering the building must have been designed many centuries ago. From our seat, roughly in the centre of the main body of the building, the view of the band was OK.
One problem was the seating itself, which was cramped and uncomfortable. Perhaps the cathedral management might like to invest in better seats which offer a bit more room, and a more comfortable experience in the future. The other difficulty was the complete lack of toilet facilities in the building. Concert goers had to go about 100 yards down the road to a facility there, which caused huge queues during the interval.
We went to see a concert by Fairport Convention. Seats were arranged for an audience of more than 500 in the main body of the building, while stalls selling drinks (including alcohol) and concert memorabilia, were arranged in an area to the rear of the main body.
The acoustics of the cathedral are surprisingly good considering the building must have been designed many centuries ago. From our seat, roughly in the centre of the main body of the building, the view of the band was OK.
One problem was the seating itself, which was cramped and uncomfortable. Perhaps the cathedral management might like to invest in better seats which offer a bit more room, and a more comfortable experience in the future. The other difficulty was the complete lack of toilet facilities in the building. Concert goers had to go about 100 yards down the road to a facility there, which caused huge queues during the interval.
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In February 2015, Jo J said about Lichfield Cathedral
I have spent many summers showing my friends the cathedral and its surrounding close. The Americans just love the history and the architecture of the Cathedral.
The staff of the cathedral are both friendly and informative and the calmness of the Cathedral is something rare to find in a city.
The staff of the cathedral are both friendly and informative and the calmness of the Cathedral is something rare to find in a city.
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In February 2015, Historylovergirl said about Lichfield Cathedral
Lichfield Cathedral is very beautiful, both inside and out. It sits in a lovely old close, not far from the cities two pools, and it's three spires dominate the skyline. The West end is a glory of stone carving and statues, and gives an eye opening sight of what to expect inside.
Internally, the dimensions and sheer scale do not disappoint, with the gothic interior a riot of carving and mouldings. The stained glass is lovely, with the wonderfully restored and rehung Herenrode Glass so unusual, and now protected for decades after a restoration. The Chapter house is very interesting with its arcaded foot washing area, the St Chad Gospels and replicas of the Stafford Hoard, treasures found not far away.
All around the interior of this marvellous building, there are items of great interest, each with a story to tell. The fabulous marble carving of the daughters of a Church official are some of the most precise and realistic statues I have ever seen! The small chapel where St Chad's head was shown to the faithful is tiny but lovely with new gilding to the stone work.
The quire is quite open, with the wonderful carved Bishop's chair (Cathedra), misericord seats and inlaid tiles and mosaics adding to the opulence.
We were fortunate to meet a guide who told us why the Cathedral appears to bend, and why the nave walls appear to slope outwords at the top,and other interesting facts about this wonderful building.
Make sure to walk around the exterior and see the statue of Charles II, and the tombs set into the external walls.
No charge to enter, but donation of £5 is expected. The shop inside was closed on our visit, but the other is across the Cathedral Close, and the tea rooms and garden are alongside.
Internally, the dimensions and sheer scale do not disappoint, with the gothic interior a riot of carving and mouldings. The stained glass is lovely, with the wonderfully restored and rehung Herenrode Glass so unusual, and now protected for decades after a restoration. The Chapter house is very interesting with its arcaded foot washing area, the St Chad Gospels and replicas of the Stafford Hoard, treasures found not far away.
All around the interior of this marvellous building, there are items of great interest, each with a story to tell. The fabulous marble carving of the daughters of a Church official are some of the most precise and realistic statues I have ever seen! The small chapel where St Chad's head was shown to the faithful is tiny but lovely with new gilding to the stone work.
The quire is quite open, with the wonderful carved Bishop's chair (Cathedra), misericord seats and inlaid tiles and mosaics adding to the opulence.
We were fortunate to meet a guide who told us why the Cathedral appears to bend, and why the nave walls appear to slope outwords at the top,and other interesting facts about this wonderful building.
Make sure to walk around the exterior and see the statue of Charles II, and the tombs set into the external walls.
No charge to enter, but donation of £5 is expected. The shop inside was closed on our visit, but the other is across the Cathedral Close, and the tea rooms and garden are alongside.
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In February 2015, french45 said about Lichfield Cathedral
Great place to see a 1000 years of our history. Try the cathedral cafe too for a very nice lunch. Very attractive statues adorn the outside of this one of our more attractive cathedrals.
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In February 2015, horacesmum said about Lichfield Cathedral
Beautiful calm cathedral with fascinating. museum display about St Chad and the Staffordshire Hoard. Just in the process of installing the newly cleaned stained glass windows which are amazing. Good cathedral shop in the square opposite the cathedral
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In August 2015, Ian L said about Lichfield Cathedral
If you like Cathedrals Lichfield is worth a visit. The staff were excellent and eager to help visitors with understanding the history and artefacts on display including replicas of the Staffordshire Hoard
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In August 2015, kelly_denbigh said about Lichfield Cathedral
A beautiful building, the West Front of the cathedral is particularly impressive as it is decorated with 113 statues! It is also reputed to be the only medieval English cathedral with three spires.
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In August 2016, anthony a said about Lichfield Cathedral
Beautiful, historic and very interesting to visit and take time to walk around and soak up the history, faith and atmosphere.
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In August 2016, John B said about Lichfield Cathedral
Living so close and visiting the city often we tend to take the tourist locations. But the cathedral is a superb asset and well worth a few hours browsing every nook and cranny.
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