Lichfield Cathedral
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Donations taken at entrance. Guide books at exit.
The cathedral itself is wonderful, lots to see and learn. The guide book (£5) is better than most cathedral's.
Had asked if a guide was available (offered to pay) but told the guide was waiting for other people.
The chapter house is incredible in itself let alone seeing some of the Staffordshire Hoard (different bits from the bits I had seen at the British museum). Not sure why 3 volunteers/staff needed to be there when one bearded guy was playing flight simulation games on his handset and was distracting.
Would be good to see the statute of Charles II given some love. Would have liked to have ventured up to the spires but no such luck.
Went into the Cathedral's cafe for lunch but was too busy so went into town instead.
All in all, a low key visit with so much more to explore. We noticed a poster for a photography session and saw an embroidery themed group tour which shows how keen the cathedral is to open itself to people of different interests. Keep it up!
The cathedral itself is wonderful, lots to see and learn. The guide book (£5) is better than most cathedral's.
Had asked if a guide was available (offered to pay) but told the guide was waiting for other people.
The chapter house is incredible in itself let alone seeing some of the Staffordshire Hoard (different bits from the bits I had seen at the British museum). Not sure why 3 volunteers/staff needed to be there when one bearded guy was playing flight simulation games on his handset and was distracting.
Would be good to see the statute of Charles II given some love. Would have liked to have ventured up to the spires but no such luck.
Went into the Cathedral's cafe for lunch but was too busy so went into town instead.
All in all, a low key visit with so much more to explore. We noticed a poster for a photography session and saw an embroidery themed group tour which shows how keen the cathedral is to open itself to people of different interests. Keep it up!
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Coming from York, we thought we knew a thing or two about large churches but this really surprised us. It is so much bigger than one would anticipate from what is, in effect, a small town rather than a city. There is much to see and the volunteer guides are only too keen to point out the best. As would be expected, there is a tranquil air about the cathedral, probably more noticeable to people like us whose home town is always full of tourists, not least York Minster. Not to be missed.
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I can't get enough of this place. I love the serenity, history and the architecture. There are knowledgeable guides with fascinating facts and each time my wife and I visit, we always seem to learn something new. Places like this are a national heritage and need preserving because NEVER will anything as impressive as centuries old churches and cathedrals be undertaken again.
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What a massive Nave with a view from end to the other. The three spires towering over the cathedral and stories told by the guide, made this a memorable visit
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Lichfield Cathedral is a unique building with its 3 spires and impressive architecture. It has appeared on many TV programmes and is well worth a visit. Most areas within the Cathedral are accesible and interesteting displays are ofetn on show
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Lichfield Cathedral is beautiful no matter when you visit. We are local and bring friends and relations all the time. It is easy to find and simple to park in the City Centre. Lots of History, friendly staff and very nice. Recommended for all ages. Just a short walk from the City Centre.
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As we walked upto the cathedral, we realised we were approaching a special place. The exterior, especially the West Front, is among the most beautiful I’ve seen in the UK.
On entering we were warmly greeted, later we appreciated the help from the friendly volunteer in the Chapter House, who helped us understand the treasures there.
The interior of the building is rather plain compared to the ornate exterior. There were less memorials than we expect to see in a church of this age.
The Chapter House has the Lichfield Gospel on display, plus various parts of the Staffordshire hoard (Anglo Saxon treasure). We appreciated the display about writing a manuscript. I’ve always marvelled at the time it takes a scribe to produce a single ornamented page. Now I understand his labour is just a small part of the work involved in producing the single sheet.
Entrance is free. However you are given tickets, and the volunteer strongly urged us to make a donation at that point – rather too much pressure was used I feel. We refused to donate at that time, but did leave a donation later.
Toilets are outside, but clearly signed. By the toilets the cathedral runs a café, which served us an excellent lunch, and again the staff were very friendly.
This is a special place. It’s one of the finest cathedrals I’ve seen in the UK, so if you have the opportunity, do visit it.
On entering we were warmly greeted, later we appreciated the help from the friendly volunteer in the Chapter House, who helped us understand the treasures there.
The interior of the building is rather plain compared to the ornate exterior. There were less memorials than we expect to see in a church of this age.
The Chapter House has the Lichfield Gospel on display, plus various parts of the Staffordshire hoard (Anglo Saxon treasure). We appreciated the display about writing a manuscript. I’ve always marvelled at the time it takes a scribe to produce a single ornamented page. Now I understand his labour is just a small part of the work involved in producing the single sheet.
Entrance is free. However you are given tickets, and the volunteer strongly urged us to make a donation at that point – rather too much pressure was used I feel. We refused to donate at that time, but did leave a donation later.
Toilets are outside, but clearly signed. By the toilets the cathedral runs a café, which served us an excellent lunch, and again the staff were very friendly.
This is a special place. It’s one of the finest cathedrals I’ve seen in the UK, so if you have the opportunity, do visit it.
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Living close to lichfield, I like to walk around lichfield cathedral, it's beautify picturesque, there's alot of history there, you can also buy items at the cathedral shop just over the road from the cathedral. Well worth the visit
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We love visiting the Cathedral. The people are always welcoming and there is so much to see from the 'defaced' gargoyles within to Staffordshire gold and the icon of St Chad.
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Definitely worth a visit. Sit quietly and reflect or wander around taking in some great history aided by some very informative volunteers. A highlight was coming in for the men's and boy's choir for Evensong with some beautiful Psalm singing.
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My first visit to the cathedral, lovely art work and decor, and skill of the stone carvings on the outside I have never seen anything so lovely and detailed
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Breathtaking 💗💗💗
Stunning, in a beautiful setting on the river. It's amazing it just pops up out of no where in the middle of what feels like a little village.
A must see.
Stunning, in a beautiful setting on the river. It's amazing it just pops up out of no where in the middle of what feels like a little village.
A must see.
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If in the Lichfield area, be sure to visit the cathedral. It is a wonderful structure and very thought provoking.
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This is such a beautiful place!
Due to lack of time, I didn't have the time to go in to the cathedral. Or at least, that was the plan but the whole place was so impressive that I HAD to see more and took the time to go inside!
Due to lack of time, I didn't have the time to go in to the cathedral. Or at least, that was the plan but the whole place was so impressive that I HAD to see more and took the time to go inside!
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Well worth a visit...magical atmosphere...stain glass windows are out of this world..peaceful heavenly place to visit
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Absolutley lovely historical place to visit. Beautifully situated close to the town centre and all the shops. A lovely place to walk round on a nice sunny day
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we found the cathedral interesting even on a return visit a lot of information around the cathedral about the history and the building of the cathedral there is a small gift shop inside and in a building over the road from the cathedral.
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Its a beautiful building in lichfield... Theres lots to look around and some interesting things to learn, the window pains are stunning and apparently are being redone.
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Visited on Daturday. Lovely Cathedral in nice setting, very friendly and interesting staff and lots of things to see and read about
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This is such a wonderful cathedral with quite breathtaking architecture. Well worth a visit, as is the city of Lichfield generally
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Thank goodness for a cathedral that doesn't demand payment to let you in. Thank you. But it is well worth the donation they hope you will leave. Don't miss out the chapter house. Very helpful guides will help you get the most out of your visit.
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This gorgeous sandstone cathedral is completely worth an hour or so. Lots of interesting nooks and crannies with a triple spire to boot. The front of the cathedral is covered in Saints, kings and other worthy peoples of note from a swathe of history. Very interesting.
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Imposing with its three spires, visible from a fair few miles around by whatever route nearby(-ish), the Cathedral's interior was exuberantly self-confident in its many Gothic arches and adjuncts.
Being interested ourselves in such edifices and their reference to our turbulent history, I/we shall return in order to explore more deeply and appreciate this imposing building.
Being short on time despite its being our first time ever in Lichfield, we just could not let ourselves forgo at least some time at this cathedral. Even on such short acquaintance and even on being so close to closing time that nobody was exhorting us for the recommended donation of £5 per person for the upkeep, we can budget for that for our next time.
The facade above the main entrance is a gallery of veritable sculpting dexterity, with the inclusion beneath each figure of his name (no; we detected no female figures, although female martyrs and saints may well have featured in the higher parts of the facade).
Being interested ourselves in such edifices and their reference to our turbulent history, I/we shall return in order to explore more deeply and appreciate this imposing building.
Being short on time despite its being our first time ever in Lichfield, we just could not let ourselves forgo at least some time at this cathedral. Even on such short acquaintance and even on being so close to closing time that nobody was exhorting us for the recommended donation of £5 per person for the upkeep, we can budget for that for our next time.
The facade above the main entrance is a gallery of veritable sculpting dexterity, with the inclusion beneath each figure of his name (no; we detected no female figures, although female martyrs and saints may well have featured in the higher parts of the facade).
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A cathedral is a cathedral is a cathedral, right? Well, from a floorplan point of view yes - but from a tour guide and staffing point of view - no, not all cathedrals are the same. Lichfield Cathedral is well served by helpful, enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides and friendly staff in both the shop and reception areas. It is a fantastic building and one that even someone like myself who isn't overly interested in the religious symbolism can appreciate.
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