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the inside of a cathedral with people walking around and looking at the pews in it

Of all the cathedrals we visited, Southwark, that lies on the south bank of the River Thames close to London Bridge, was my favorite. Breathtaking comes close to describing it. part of their welcome statement: We believe there has been a church on this site since AD 606. There may well have been a...Read More

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the interior of a cathedral with stained glass windows

Southwark Cathedral is the oldest Gothic church building in London, with over 1000 years of worship within its walls.It was a convent in 606, a priory in 1106, a parish church in 1540, and a cathedral from 1905. Famous literary figures such as Shakespeare and Chaucer are associated with the church, and the area has a rich cultural heritage, so if you’re in London, it’s definitely worth a visit.

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the inside of an old church with pews

Southwark Cathedral is situated on a very historic site. It is believed that there has been a church here for over 1000 years. Prior to that there was a Roman villa. Some of its pavement has been incorporated into the floor. In 1977 a well was discovered beneath the choir, it contained a pagan statue believed to have been put there in the fourth century. www.southwark.anglican.org/cathedral/tour/history1.htm Note To Rugbymadgirl - Thanks for the tip Caroline. Nick

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William Shakespeare Memorial at Southwark Cathedral. The stained glass shows characters from Shakespeare's work, while below he is reclining with a quill. Southwark Cathedral is the oldest cathedral church building in London.

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an old church with stained glass windows and pews

The Harvard Chapel is named for John Harvard who was born in the parish. Harvard University alumni in England paid for this chapel. Southwark Cathedral is the oldest cathedral church building in London.

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