Chelmsford Cathedral, <em>England</em>
England

Chelmsford Cathedral, England

About Chelmsford Cathedral

Chelmsford Cathedral is an Anglican Cathedral located in Chelmsford dedicated to St. Mary the Virgin, St. Peter, and St. Cedd. The church was built in 1200 and got a rework done in 1504 during the Norman times, the original architectural style of Perpendicular Gothic was still intact but new looks were added with Coade stone piers and tracery. It has many architectural features from the medieval period like the transept which is quite common in English cathedrals.

The transport in the church has been built as a private route of the Holy Office for many clergy or monks. One of the famous places to visit in Chelmsford, the church organizes various cultural events, exhibitions, and social outreach projects. The church has an extensive layout plan with different corners of the building reflecting different architectural patterns. The chapel windows and ceilings which were designed by Mark Cazalet show the St. Cedd at Bradwell.

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Day Wise Timings

Chelmsford Cathedral opening hours through the week.

Open 7 days a week
Free entry
Monday07:30 – 18:00
Tuesday07:30 – 18:00
Wednesday07:30 – 18:00
Thursday07:30 – 18:00
Friday07:30 – 18:00
Saturday07:30 – 18:00
Sunday07:30 – 17:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

Chelmsford Cathedral Highlights

• Dedicated to St. Mary the Virgin, St. Peter, and St Cedd., the church became an Anglican Cathedral church in 1914.
• On going around the church and taking a guided tour you’d notice the different architectural elements it reflects from norman to early and late gothic.
• At the large prayer hall of the church, you can attend the Cathedral choirs and worships.
• Appreciate the beauty of cathedral artworks which include bronze sculptures like The Bombed Child by George Ehrlich.
• The four upper windows inside the chapel have artworks of St. Mary the Virgin, St. Cedd, Jesus, and St. Peter. 

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