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Southwark Cathedral

London Bridge | Montague Close, London SE1 9DA, England
020 7367 6700
Ranked #135 of 821 attractions in London
4.0 of 5 stars 37 Reviews
Type: Religious Sites, Churches/ Cathedrals
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March, Cambs, England
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21 reviews 21 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Sad reason but lovely service in beautiful cathedral. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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Friendly greeters, Day Chaplains and free admission alone make this worth the trip.But there is much more to see. It's next to the wonderful Borough Market, near the Globe Theatre and Tate Modern and rounds off the visit to Southwark. Many interesting memorials. My favourites are the peaceful and lovely Harvard Chapel, built and maintained by Harvard University graduates in... More

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London, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2012

I like wandering round and looking at the enscriptions and plaques and the commerations to all the famous people associated with the cathedral. Oh yes, and like it so much I got married here!! More

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ipswich
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2012

Another magnificent cathedral in london. Having never been to this part ofLondon, I was happy to gobble up EVERYTHING - the Cathedral is truly magnificent - the history, the construction, just BEING THERE - Ohm whata Feeling! More

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London
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31 reviews 31 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012
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Right at the foot of the mayhem of Borough Market stands this small cathedral with loads of history behind its walls as there's been a church on the site for hundreds of yearsThere's a part of Roman wall between it and the cafe and gift shop.You may prefer to sit outside at a table outside the cafe in an almost... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2012

Very welcoming volunteers, and a lovely sense of calm right nexct to Borough Market. Worth a visit to relax and take in the lovely space for a few minutes' quietness More

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Singapore, Singapore
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Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
137 helpful votes 137 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

We didn't actually go inside Southwark Cathedral, but it's very pleasant just to sit outside it in the sunshine and eat food you've purchased at Borough Market. It's surprisingly peaceful, given how close you are to London Bridge and the busy roads around it. If you're in the area, it's a nice place to gather your energy before heading on... More

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London, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2012

Beautiful Building very easy to find. Great staff inside to assist your visit. Guides provided especially for children. Im not religious but I enjoyed looking at the Cathedral. More

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Warwickshire
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29 reviews 29 reviews
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39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

Just a very interesting visit in an itneresting location behind Borough Market More

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London, United Kingdom
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Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2012

In an interesting area of London. Good bookshop. Much of interest close by More

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