PIN Southwark Cathedral

An Incredibly Beautiful Gothic Building

Southwark Cathedral, is the oldest Gothic building in London. Located next to Borough Market to the south of the London Bridge in the medieval borough of Southwark - this is a place full of history. One of London`s hidden gems it has an authentically unique architecture which can be best learned about by one of the tour groups that offer guides.

History

Southwark Cathedral was the fourth church built on the site. The previous building was devastated by a fire in 1212, another monastery was built in the Gothic style between 1220 and 1420.
In 1539, after the dissolution of the monasteries by Henry VIII, the monastery was reduced to the rank of parish church. It was only in 1905 that it was elevated to the rank of cathedral.
Several of William Shakespeare's theatrical companions are buried here.

TripTide Thoughts

The churchyard on the south side of the Cathedral is an oasis of peace.
Located close to Borough Market it's an excellent lunchtime resting place.

Opening hours

The Cathedral is open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 8.30 am to 6 pm. The Cathedral closes on Christmas Day (25 December) at 1 pm. Main visiting times are 10 am to 5 pm.

How to get there

Take the Jubilee Line to London Bridge and take a brisk 6 minutes walk.

Owner

sebastian soler

Hi I am Sebastian - a french student on an internship in London for TripTide. I love music, movies and history - and London. My Home Town is Nice in France. ...