Londonderry - St Columb's Cathedral 
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St Columb's Cathedral (Church of Ireland), which is built in the late Perpendicular style, dates mainly from 1629-36, the tower having been added in 1802. In memory of the men from London who commissioned the building of the cathedral, the main doorway bears the inscription "If Stones could speake/Then Londons prayse/ Should sounde who/Built this Church and/Cittie from the grounde". The roof vaulting is carried by corbels with the carved heads of 16 bishops of Londonderry.
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The stained glass depicts scenes from the great siege of 1688/9. An audiovisual presentation on the siege and history of the cathedral can be shown upon request.
Address:
St Columb's Cathedral, Londonderry BT48 6RQ, Northern Ireland
Tips: Donations in place of admission cost.
Disability Access: Partial facilities for persons with disabilities.
Guides: Guided tour included with admission.
Typical Visit: 30 minutes
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St Columb's Cathedral in Londonderry.
