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Wakefield Cathedral

Northgate, Wakefield WF1 1PJ, England
01924 373923
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Ranked #5 of 7 attractions in Wakefield
4.0 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Churches/ Cathedrals
Owner description: For over 1000 years, people have been gathering in this holy place to offer their prayers and praise to Almighty God. As they still do every day. It’s... more » Owner description: For over 1000 years, people have been gathering in this holy place to offer their prayers and praise to Almighty God. As they still do every day. It’s difficult to tell from a website, but here we are located right in the centre of the city, surrounded by shops and businesses, with people passing our doors as they go about their daily life. Many of those people stop by to light a candle, say a prayer, or spend a moment of stillness and calm. « less
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Leeds, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

this place is really beautiful , and the tallest spire in yorkshire , warm welcome too !!

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Wakefield
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 February 2012

Living in Wakefield, one doesn't always have something to boast about but the Cathedral is one of them. We go in most times we're in Wakefield to light candles for the dearly departed and say a wee prayer or two. My daughter loves learning about Biblical figures and looking at the architecture. It has the serene atmosphere one would expect... More

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Craigavon, United Kingdom
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101 reviews 101 reviews
Reviews in 32 cities Reviews in 32 cities
64 helpful votes 64 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012

The beautiful Gothic Cathedral is located in the centre of Wakefield, surrounded by shops. The interior is lovely with its stained glass windows & stone & wood carvings. Unfortunately they are selling some Victorian pews to raise funds for refurbishment.

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W Yorks
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012

The cathedrel is in a pedestrian area retaining its own grounds and is very plesent in summer. It is a hansome church in traditional style and dominates the imediate area. Inside it feels suprisingly small and actually has few features that are different to other gothic style churches. A small path down the left side leads under the Raven Taven.... More

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Wakefield, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 February 2012

Only been the once, but was surprised how nice it was

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Wakefield, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

was better in the seventies before the precinct was put in place

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Wakefield, United Kingdom
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46 reviews 46 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 January 2012
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This Cathedral is located right in the middle of Wakefield, easy to get to, close (easy walking distance) to the bus station as well as the Westgate and Kirkgate train lines. The Cathedral is a 13th century architectural wonder. Cafes and shops close by for a full day out!

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Castleford, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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25 helpful votes 25 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2012

Wakefield Cathedral - a place of many treasures - more importantly a place for calm, quiet moments and prayers. For real peace enter St. Mark's Chapel. Light a candle on the candle tree. Don't miss the comely, down-to-earth white Madonna holding the infant Christ. This limestone sculpture made by Ian Judd in 1986 in celebration of motherhood is well placed... More

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Huddersfield, 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 11 January 2012

Touring the Ancient church where Cromwell stable his horses, look for the window with a character with two left feet ( luckily he is not dancing!) ther is a mysterious old plaque a memorial to a Mr Disney I wonder if he's any relation to Micky Mouses creator? Ask the volunteers about these items Oh! and there some 'Mouseman' furniture... More

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Wakefield, United Kingdom
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13 reviews 13 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

I have started to pop down to the Cathedral on a Tuesday lunchtime for the free performances and i can thoroughly recommend it. It's a beautiful building and is quite welcoming to all.

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