Cathedral Church of St Barnabas
Cathedral Church of St Barnabas
Cathedral Church of St Barnabas
4.5
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Steve_of_N21
London, UK3,285 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Now I fully admit I am not religious in any form, therefore what constitutes a church or a cathedral is a mystery to me, but I usually search out the cathedral’s in the Cities I am visiting because I am interested in their architecture, their grandeur and their history. Well this one hasn’t got much of each of those.
Firstly it’s a relatively new build, started in 1841, so there’s no great antiquity and searching out the great and the good English Knights of old who are buried within its walls is not an option here. And secondly it’s not that big or grand and I’ve seen parish churches more impressive than this one. At least one interesting fact was that on completion, the cathedral was the largest Catholic church built in England since the Reformation. However that mantle has moved to others since then, most noticeably Liverpool.
Yes there are some nice features and if you are passing, as we were, then pop in and take a look.
Am I being unfair? Well maybe but St Albans is my local cathedral and that’s my idea of a cathedral.
Firstly it’s a relatively new build, started in 1841, so there’s no great antiquity and searching out the great and the good English Knights of old who are buried within its walls is not an option here. And secondly it’s not that big or grand and I’ve seen parish churches more impressive than this one. At least one interesting fact was that on completion, the cathedral was the largest Catholic church built in England since the Reformation. However that mantle has moved to others since then, most noticeably Liverpool.
Yes there are some nice features and if you are passing, as we were, then pop in and take a look.
Am I being unfair? Well maybe but St Albans is my local cathedral and that’s my idea of a cathedral.
Written 12 June 2024
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fire-tower
3,114 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
I was wandering around the city centre when I was in Nottingham and passed by Cathedral Church of St Barnabas. I was fortunate enough to attend mass as well. After mass, I explored the church and admired the structures within. Happy to be able to attend mass in this Catholic church.
Written 13 October 2023
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Short-breaks-only
Nottingham, UK127 contributions
Aug 2022
I was struck by the wonderful stained glass window over the alter and the sense of lightness inside the building. If you are walking around nearby - and there are quite a few interesting things near to you - see if you can find the old city walls, the Park tunnel, the site where King Charles raised his Standard, Nottingham Castle and of course the statue of Robin Hood!
Written 25 August 2022
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Jade Cloud
Eastleigh, UK488 contributions
Jul 2019 • Family
We visited the cathedral only very briefly this morning. We didn't stay long as we felt we were intruding as there were lots of church officials at the front, singing or holding a meeting. No one was at the entrance so we didn't get to ask if we could really visit.
However I did like the Holy ambience. The welcome signs in many languages at the entrance were beautiful and delicate.
However I did like the Holy ambience. The welcome signs in many languages at the entrance were beautiful and delicate.
Written 13 July 2019
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Gardengel-IoW
West Sussex, UK1,014 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Cathedral since 1850. Lovely painted walls, pillars and ceiling and unusually coloured green organ. Some stained glass. All worth a quick look.
Written 11 December 2023
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FTMDave
Adria, Italy7,639 contributions
Dec 2019
Pleasant 19th-century church about a 5-minute walk from the main square in Nottingham. Worth popping in if you find yourself nearby.
Written 25 December 2019
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Di H
Nottingham, UK59 contributions
Dec 2018
RC Cathedral in Nottingham, the Bishop’s seat in Nottingham. Lovely building designed by Augustus Welby Pugin. Refurbished several years ago and is very well worth a visit, regardless of denomination. Sang there with a choir and the acoustics are superb.
Written 15 November 2019
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Liturgyprof
Birmingham, UK51 contributions
Nov 2019 • Solo
Quiet and beautiful. The spaces and the lighting invite prayer... Lots of interest to see too. Obviously a church much loved and much used.
Written 7 November 2019
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john e
Gateshead, UK1,758 contributions
Jun 2019 • Family
An impressive church and pretty surroundings despite its busy setting, the inside is pretty - typically roman catholic.
Written 11 June 2019
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Edvinas Ž
Nottingham, UK2 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
The tour guided by Jonathon and Katy was amazing, immersive and memorable experience that i will never forget.
Written 11 May 2019
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