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St Paul's Cathedral
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St Paul's Cathedral
St Paul's Churchyard
London
EC4M 8AD
England
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Collection details
Architecture, Decorative and Applied Art, Design, Fine Art, Music, Religion, Social History
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Contact details
General Enquiries (Tel)
:
020 7236 4128
Library (Tel)
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020 7246 8345
Press Office (Filming and Photography Enquiries) (Tel)
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020 7246 8321
General enquiries
:
chapter@stpaulscathedral.org.uk
Historical queries
:
library@stpaulscathedral.org.uk
Website
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www.stpauls.co.uk
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Open
Sightseeing:
Monday - Saturay, 08.30 - 16.00
Please note, special services and events may close all or part of the Cathedral - sometimes at short notice.
Library:
Monday - Tuesday, 09.00 - 17.00
Friday, 14.00 - 17.00
By prior appointment only.
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Admission charges
Adults: £9.50 (Group rate: £8.50)
Concs: £8.50 (Group: £7.50)
Children Under 16: £3.00 (£2.50)
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Description
A Cathedral dedicated to St Paul has overlooked the City of London since 604AD, a constant reminder to this great commercial centre of the importance of the spiritual side of life.
The current Cathedral – the fourth to occupy this site – was designed by the court architect Sir Christopher Wren and built between 1675 and 1710 after its predecessor was destroyed in the Great Fire of London. Its architectural and artistic importance reflect the determination of the five monarchs who oversaw its building that London’s leading church should be as beautiful and imposing as their private palaces.
Since the first service took place here in 1697, Wren's masterpiece has been where people and events of overwhelming importance to the country have been celebrated, mourned and commemorated. Throughout, St Paul’s has remained a busy, working church where millions have come to worship and find peace. It is a heritage site of international importance which attracts thousands of people each year, a symbol of the City and Nation it serves and, above all, a lasting monument to the glory of God.
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Key artists and exhibits
Christopher Wren
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Articles
MGM 2008 - Win A Cultural Experience With TopLots Auctions On eBay From May 15
East London Celebrates Its Cultural Heritage With EAST Festival
Slave Britain - The 21st Century Trade in Human Lives At St Paul's Cathedral
Presence - Contemporary Images Of Christ At St Paul's
English Heritage - View Of St. Paul's In Danger If Tower Goes Ahead
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Trails
England Expects - On The Trail Of Admiral Lord Nelson
Amazing Art And Astounding Architecture
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General Information
Guided tours
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Disability Access
General audio-guide available
Toilets for disabled
Wheelchair access to some public areas
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General Education
General audio-guide available
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Facilities
Cafeteria
Facilities for private functions and events
General audio-guide available
Library with public access
Shop
Study facilities
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Information published here was believed to be correct at the time it was prepared. Welsh language pages developed with CYMAL: Museums Archives and Libraries Wales, funded by the Welsh Assembly Government.
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