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Worcester
Cathedral
Worcester Cathedral has been a place of prayer and worship
since 680 AD. The present building was begun in 1084.
In recent years there has been a whole programme of
renovation to ensure Worcester Cathedral remains a place
of worship to be very proud of.
The Cathedral overlooks the River Severn and if you
stand on the Worcester bridge, todays cathedral is lit
up and it shines a beautiful rippling reflection on
the river, making Worcester Cathedral stand out as a
fine peice of architecture.
Its
many attractions include: King John's Tomb, Prince Arthur's
Chantry, the early 12th century Chapter House and St
Wulstan's Crypt. Entry is free.
The
Cathedral is open and staffed on every day of the year
from 7.30am to 6pm. There is always a member of the
Clergy available.
There
is a gift shop, gardens, and coffee shop with disabled
access. On Saturdays and during the school holidays the
Tower is open and there are guided tours at 11am and 2pm.
Official Website www.cofe-worcester.org.uk
Three Choirs Festival
This is Europe's oldest Choral Festival held at the cathedral,
developed in the 18th Century from the annual meetings
of the Cathedral Choirs of Gloucestershire, Hereford and
Worcester.
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