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Cathedrals and Abbeys Battle
Included below are Cathedrals and abbeys, such as Hereford Cathedral in Battle. Our selection of world famous Cathedrals and abbeys offer a variety of architectural styles attracting and admired by visitors from all over the world.
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Hereford Cathedral
5 College Cloisters, Cathedral Close, Hereford 31.5 miles away
Hereford Cathedral, the Mappa Mundi and Chained Library Exhibition is famous for housing both the spectacular medieval map of the world and the cathedral´s unique Chained Library, the largest in existence. The Mappa Mundi reveals how 13th century... more
Worcester Cathedral
Chapter Office, 8 College Yard, Worcester 54.2 miles away
Worcester Cathedral has been a place of worship for fourteen centuries. It is believed to be England´s loveliest cathedral with an ancient crypt, medieval cloisters and Royal tombs.... more
Wells Cathedral
Cathedral Offices Chain Gate, Cathedral Green, Wells 62.4 miles away
Wells Cathedral began as a holy place, taking its name from the springs in what are now the Bishop´s Palace grounds. The first church was built near the wells in 705 and the present Cathedral building was begun in 1180. It is one of the most... more
Glastonbury Abbey
Abbey Gatehouse, Magdelene Street, Glastonbury 64.6 miles away
The beautiful ruins of Glastonbury Abbey attracts visitors from all over the world, join them and step through time with our wide range of events.
From March to October, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and smells of medieval living, when the... more
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Latest Events/Special Offers for Glastonbury Abbey
- From Fire and Earth - Exhibition
- To view the full details of all (6) Events & Special Offers for Glastonbury Abbey, click here
Exeter Cathedral
1 The Cloisters, Exeter 86.2 miles away
Exeter Cathedral welcomes anyone to participate in their religious services. Guided tours operate when services are not taking place.... more
Coventry Cathedral
1 Hill Top, Coventry 87.7 miles away
Coventry Cathedral is an internationally renowned place of worship and pilgrimage. St Michael´s Hall Treasury houses treasures from the old and new Cathedrals including the original charred cross.... more
Chester Cathedral
Chester Cathedral Office, 12 Abbey Square, Chester 87.8 miles away
Originally built as a monastery founded in 1092, Chester Cathedral was reconstuted as a Cathedral in 1541. The building has a rich and fascinating heritage and a visit here opens a window onto a rich and varied story of monks, kings and craftsmen.
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Salisbury Cathedral
33 The Close, Salisbury 93.7 miles away
Salisbury Cathedral: Be inspired by the peace and beauty of one of Britain´s finest medieval cathedrals, Salisbury offers a warm welcome to all who visit. Set within eight acres of lawn and surrounded by historic buildings and museums within the... more
Liverpool Cathedral
St James Mount, Liverpool 100.7 miles away
Liverpool´s world famous Cathedral is open daily throughout the year - the largest Cathedral in the UK, breathtaking in its architecture, beauty and atmosphere. Climb to the top of the tower for spectacular vistas across the region and river, and the... more
Buckfast Abbey
Buckfastleigh 103.1 miles away
Buckfast Abbey is home to a Roman Catholic community of Benedictine monks. It is believed that there has been an abbey on the site since 1018 built by King Canute. The impressive grounds have immaculate lawns and fine old stone buildings.... more
Winchester Cathedral
Cathedral Office, 9 The Close, Winchester 110.2 miles away
Winchester Cathedral offers a wealth of beauty, from its outstanding architecture to the deep emotions stirred by its choral music – a wonderful heritage that belongs to us all.
For over a thousand years, people have come to seek inspiration in this... more
Guildford Cathedral
Stag Hill, Guildford 131.3 miles away
From its commanding hilltop position, Guildford Cathedral is an imposing landmark. Inside there is tranquillity, peace, simple beauty, light and space. Our guides offer a warm welcome or just space for contemplation. Come and appreciate this... more
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Latest Events/Special Offers for Guildford Cathedral
- Aled Jones UK Cathedral Tour - Saturday 6 October 2012
- To view the full details of all (3) Events & Special Offers for Guildford Cathedral, click here
Chichester Cathedral
Cathedral Cloisters, Chichester 137.7 miles away
The magnificent Chichester Cathedral has stood at the centre of Chichester for nearly 1000 years. It houses a number of treasures including the 12th century Lazarus Reliefs and works by Sutherland, Chagall and Piper.... more
Westminster Cathedral
Victoria, London 144.3 miles away
Westminster Cathedral is one London's best kept secrets. Its stunning Byzantine architecture sets it apart from other London landmarks. The Cathedral is world renowned for its wonderful music and choir. Visitors will find this a very special place to... more
Westminster Abbey
The Chapter Office, 20 Dean's Yard, Westminster Abbey, London 144.8 miles away
Westminster Abbey, an architectural masterpiece of the 13th-16th centuries. A place of daily worship and burial place of Kings, statesmen, poets, scientists, warriors and musicians. Westminster Abbey is a `Royal Peculiar´ under the jurisdiction of a... more
St Paul´s Cathedral
St Paul's Churchyard, London 145.8 miles away
St Paul´s Cathedral: There has never been a better time to visit St Paul´s. With the completion of the £40 million restoration project, visitors can now enjoy Wren’s original vision and see the cathedral as fresh as the day it was completed. The... more
Lincoln Cathedral
Minster Yard, Lincoln 151.4 miles away
Lincoln Cathedral is visible from 25 miles away and is a distinguished landmark which is even more stunning close up. Take a guided floor or roof tour, see the imposing West Front with its Romanesque Frieze. Marvel at the wonderful 14th century stone... more
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden
Fountains, Ripon 168.5 miles away
Fountains Abbey with Studley Royal Water Garden, located four miles west of Ripon in North Yorkshire, is of outstanding historic and aesthetic importance. No other site in Europe contains such a rich variety of historic monuments set in such a... more
York Minster Undercroft Treasury & Crypt
York Minster, Deangate, York 170.5 miles away
York Minster Undercroft Treasury & Crypt is the chief church of the Church of England, also the seat of the Archbishop of York. The present building is the largest Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, and is the setting for some of the finest 14th... more
Battle Abbey
Battle 182.4 miles away
Battle Abbey was founded around 1070 by William the Conqueror, on the site of the Battle of Hastings. The best-preserved and most impressive part of the abbey is the great gate-house, the finest of all surviving Medieval abbey entrances, which was... more
Rievaulx Abbey
Rievaulx, Helmsley 186.6 miles away
Founded in 1132, Rievaulx Abbey was the first Cistercian abbey in the north of England. The collection includes medieval floor tiles, stone sculpture, late medieval cutlery and other finds from the abbey.... more
Norwich Cathedral
12 The Close, Norwich 207.1 miles away
Norwich Cathedral comes second only to Salisbury Cathedral in the size of its cloisters, dating back to the 13th and 15th centuries. The Cathedral is built of flint rubble and mortar faced with limestone ashlar with the ground plan almost unchanged... more
Durham Cathedral
The Chapter Office, The College, Durham 209.5 miles away
Durham Cathedral has iconic status throughout the north-east of England, and deserves its reputation as being amongst the finest examples of Norman architecture remaining in Europe. Though a historic attraction, the Cathedral has never stopped... more
Whitby Abbey
Whitby 211.7 miles away
Whitby Abbey was founded by St Hilda in 657. The original community was destroyed by the Danes, but was refounded as a Benedictine priory in 1078. The new museum and visitor centre contains excavated finds and replicas.... more
Glasgow Cathedral
Castle Street, Glasgow 271.2 miles away
Glasgow is an active Christian church. The architecture is enjoyed by everyone that visits. Throughout the year there are numerous events, including Music Recitals.... more
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