cathedral

There has been a church where Gloucester Cathedral stands today since at least the 7th century. The current building started as Gloucester Abbey in the 11th century. Visit the crypts under the cathedral to see the original Norman basement and foundations. More parts were added in the Gothic...

The large cathedral is seen from many points outside of Gloucester.

They like to host art shows.

The crypts under the cathedral show the Norman origins.

A music recital in the cathedral.

The cloisters has the earliest surviving fan vaults.

Washing area for the monks in the 14th century cloisters.

Front of Cathedral.

The 225 ft high tower was added in the 15th century.

Gothic additions were made later.

Originally Gloucester Abbey built in the 11th century.

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