Sheffield Cathedral

À propos

Faits rapides: Sheffield Cathedral is over 1,000 years old, with a Saxon cross still standing in its grounds that predates the Norman Conquest. The cathedral contains a stunning 20th-century Kelham font, carved from a single block of Belgian marble and weighing over a ton.

Points forts: Look closely at the modern stained glass windows, and you will spot a tram, a cutlery knife, and steelworkers woven into the designs a nod to Sheffield's industrial soul. The cathedral also houses the restored 15th-century Shrewsbury Chapel, where the original medieval floor tiles still bear the coats of arms of the powerful Talbot family.

Conseils d'initiés

• Visit the cafe inside the cathedral for a surprisingly good lunch that directly supports the building's maintenance.
• The Saxon cross in the churchyard is easy to miss, look for the weathered stone column near the main entrance.
• Photographers should aim for late afternoon when the modern stained glass catches the low sun and casts coloured light across the stone floors.
• Skip the guided tour if you are short on time and grab the free leaflet at the welcome desk instead it covers the key highlights.

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