St Albans Cathedral | St Albans | Angleterre | Royaume Uni

St Albans Cathedral

Attraction | St Albans | Angleterre | Royaume Uni

La cathédrale de St Albans, officiellement connue sous le nom de "Cathédrale et église abbatiale de St Alban", est un important monument historique et religieux à St Albans, en Angleterre. Elle se trouve à l'endroit où Alban, le premier martyr chrétien de Grande-Bretagne, a été enterré au 3ème siècle. La cathédrale est considérée comme le lieu de culte chrétien le plus ancien et en continu d'utilisation en Grande-Bretagne.

L'architecture de la cathédrale est remarquablement diversifiée et reflète différentes époques. Une grande partie de la structure date de l'époque normande, en particulier le remarquable clocher central, construit à partir de briques romaines réutilisées du Verulamium voisin. Avec une longueur de 85 mètres, la cathédrale possède la nef la plus longue de toutes les cathédrales anglaises.

À l'intérieur de la cathédrale se trouvent de nombreux trésors historiques, dont des fresques médiévales et un plafond en bois peint datant de la fin du 13ème siècle. À noter en particulier le sanctuaire de saint Alban, qui attire des pèlerins du monde entier.

La cathédrale joue un rôle actif dans la vie culturelle et spirituelle de la communauté. En plus des services religieux réguliers, des concerts, des expositions et des programmes éducatifs y ont lieu. Actuellement, la cathédrale accueille l'installation "Museum of the Moon" de l'artiste Luke Jerram, visible jusqu'au 15 février 2025.

La cathédrale de St Albans n'est pas seulement un lieu de prière, mais aussi un centre vivant d'art, de culture et d'histoire qui accueille des visiteurs de tous âges.
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Cathedral, Sumpter Yard
AL1 1BY St Albans

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Dimanche9:00 - 17:00
Lundi9:00 - 17:00
Mardi9:00 - 17:00
Mercredi9:00 - 17:00
Jeudi9:00 - 17:00
Vendredi9:00 - 17:00
Samedi9:00 - 17:00

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Anand Krishnamurthy
05.02.2025

Excellent Cathedral, massive and very ancient one. Well maintained and team who maintains and manages day to day are excellent and kind people. Worth visiting if you are around St Alban's
Hristo Hristov
04.02.2025

I recently visited St Albans Cathedral, and it was an incredible experience! The stunning architecture and peaceful atmosphere made it a perfect place to explore and reflect. Walking through the historic interiors and learning about its rich history was truly fascinating. The beautifully maintained grounds add to the charm, making it a must-visit in St Albans. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a place of history, beauty, and tranquility!
Les Brown
16.03.2022

Beautiful cathedral, shame the coffee shop shuts at 4pm...on a Saturday when there was loads of people there???
D Y
21.04.2018

Jan25- Been going for years ...always a fabulous space for every walk of the community Christian and secular events. The cathedral is a magical space
Peter Harris
08.08.2022

Beautiful Cathedral and definitely worth a visit
kashem chowdhury
30.01.2025

Today I lost my electric bike front of the cathedral main door, lots of people go there but unfortunately there have no security guards also out side cctv.Should be the secure round of cathedral. Hopefully the authorities of cathedral ensure about this issue.
Maggi Smith
29.01.2025

Lovely atmosphere, good sound at a concert, helpful staff. Visited January so, as expected, a bit cold but not too bad 👍
Santa Salamone
27.01.2025

Went to St Albans Cathedral to see The Moon installation inside the Naive of the Cathedral. On arrival I was pointed in the direction where the moon was and told that a guided tour of the Cathedral would start within 20 minutes should I like to join. I decided to join the tour. We were a small group of four lead by our guide Marc. I would highly recommend this tour. Marc was brilliant, very informative, spoke very clearly and was happy to answer any of our questions. The entrance to the Cathedral and the tour were both free with the option to donate should you want to. I was happy to donate £10 to the Cathedral, because it was worth every penny.
Victoria
20.09.2023

We love this place. So calming, relaxing and interesting. The addition of the cafe and shop in recent years is brilliant!
Tony Moore
24.01.2025

A must visit Cathedral
S Aravindan
24.01.2025

Amazing place and friendly staff.
Mary Berry
23.01.2025

Beautiful Cathedral, fantastic exhibition on the history of the cathedral, lots of interactive / hands-on activities for children. Moon exhibit was there, which made the Cathedral truly magical. Was slightly disappointed that so many dogs were allowed into the Nave (full access of Cathedral), one person had four dogs, with them straight out of the park. Others were carrying small dogs or had one or two dogs. All were on leads, but none appeared to be assistance dogs. This could make some people uncomfortable.
Ioana Paduraru
23.01.2025

The biggest cathedral i visited until now . Was amazing . The moon museum was there lovely to see a giant moon inside the cathedral.
Ivan Adams
21.01.2025

Stunning Cathedral, especially with all the Christmas decorations. It's very peaceful and calm inside and takes about an hour to fully go around and appreciate its history, beauty and huge size.
Florin Sandu
21.01.2025

Massive cathedral...I wanted to see the moon inside that's why I went here but I was really impressed about the size and how beautiful this cathedral is. There was nearly nobody inside , I went on a Tuesday, but on the weekends it is very busy, and maybe more because of the Moon...I think they will keep the moon inside until middle of February and then it will be taken in another place Anyway, just great.
Raj Nathwani
20.01.2025

Pink floyd by candlelight in an amazing venue
K „flower mum adventures“ M
19.01.2025

A Magical Experience at St Albans Cathedral Visiting St Albans Cathedral is always a treat, but my recent visit was nothing short of extraordinary. Currently, the Cathedral is hosting the “Museum of the Moon” exhibition by renowned artist Luke Jerram, and it is absolutely breathtaking. The detailed, illuminated moon sculpture hanging in the heart of the Cathedral is mesmerizing. Seeing it in this stunning, historic setting made the experience feel both otherworldly and deeply spiritual. The interplay of light, shadow, and the grand architecture enhances the artwork beautifully, creating an atmosphere of wonder and reflection. Beyond the exhibition, the Cathedral itself is a treasure. Its rich history, magnificent stained glass, and serene ambiance make it one of the most awe-inspiring places in the UK. The staff and volunteers are warm, knowledgeable, and eager to share the story of this remarkable place. Whether you’re coming for the art, the history, or simply a moment of peace, St Albans Cathedral is a must-visit. If you can, catch Luke Jerram’s “Museum of the Moon” before it moves on—it’s a magical experience you won’t forget.
Samee Ali
18.01.2025

Beautiful Cathedral with so much detail carved into the stone as well as stained-glass windows, architectural features and an ambience that captures the history and location, well worth a visit if you are anywhere near by. Highly reccomend it as a day out, leave at least a couple of hours to tour through and there is also a nice cafe Inside to take a break.
Xiony Villegas
06.01.2025

Amazing place with lots of history
Carrie Speaks TV
14.01.2025

It was so nice visiting here together with my family.
JOHNNY UCHIHA
14.10.2021

What a lovely Cathedral! Rule Britannia!!!!!
Mick O'Shea
14.01.2025

The Moon Exhibit was truly awe inspiring. The Cathedral as a building alone is uncannily suited for such a dramatic showing.

 

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