Southwark Cathedral

Cathedral London, England, United Kingdom
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Southwark Cathedral, formally the Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St Saviour and St Mary Overie, is a Church of England cathedral in Southwark, London. It is the mother church of the Diocese of Southwark and has been a place of Christian worship for over 1,000 years. The cathedral features a mix of Gothic and Gothic Revival architecture and is home to several notable features, including the Shakespeare Window, the Harvard Chapel, and a monument to Doorkins Magnificat, a cat that lived at the cathedral. The cathedral is also known for its stunning stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings. It is a thriving modern church with a strong commitment to social justice and offers a warm welcome to visitors

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This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Southwark Cathedral which existed in one form or another since the 1080s

Highlights: Unlike most London high profile cathedrals, entrance here is free ✨