Westminster Cathedral

About Westminster Cathedral

Called 'A Series of Surprises' because of its unique architecture, mosaics and marble decorations. Westminster Cathedral was begun in 1895. Its origins go back much further, being designed in the early Christian Byzantine style by the Victorian architect, John Francis Bentley. The Cathedral was conceived to be built quickly with inside decorations added as funds became available. The structure was completed in 1903. Brick built the vast domed interior has the widest and highest nave in England and is decorated with mosaics plus 125 varieties of marble.

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Opening Times Cathedral opens shortly before the first Mass of the day; doors close at 7.00pm, Monday to Saturday, with occasional exceptions. On Sunday evenings, the Cathedral closes after the 7.00pm Mass. On Public and Bank holidays the Cathedral closes at 5.30pm in the afternoon. Information Desk is located at the back of the nave in the Cathedral and is open daily from 10am to 5pm. Giftshop is open Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 5.15pm, Saturday and Sunday 10.00am to 4.45pm. Viewing Gallery is open daily from 9.30am to 12.30pm, and from 1.00pm to 5.00pm.

Westminster Cathedral Address

Address:
Victoria Street
London
SW1P 1QW
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7798 9055
Fax: +44 (0)20 7798 9090

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Address:
Victoria Street
London
SW1P 1QW
Telephone: +44 (0)20 7798 9055
Fax: +44 (0)20 7798 9090
By Road: 250 yards from station on the right-hand side of Victoria Street.

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