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Southwark Cathedral
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Southwark Cathedral

London Bridge, London SE1 9DA

About

The oldest Gothic church building in London, standing on the south bank of the Thames. A site of worship for over 1,000 years with deep literary connections to Shakespeare and Chaucer.

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Faith & Denomination

Church of England (Anglican)

Anglican Christian — open to all visitors. As a major spiritual center, it hosts regular liturgies, choral services, and community events. It serves as a vibrant place of prayer and architectural beauty, offering reflection for pilgrims and tourists alike.

Location

London Bridge, London SE1 9DA
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Southwark Cathedral

Technical Specifications

Founded
1106AD
Building Length
80mmeters
Tower Height
50mmeters
Nave Width
18mmeters
Tower Bells
14bells
Architecture
GothicStyle

About London

London is the global capital of the UK, a city where nearly 2,000 years of history meet cutting-edge modern life. From its Roman roots to its status as a world financial and cultural leader, it is a city of unparalleled diversity.

  • Founded by the Romans as Londinium (43 AD)
  • Home to the world's oldest underground railway
  • Over 300 languages spoken across the city
  • Houses four UNESCO World Heritage Sites