Exeter Cathedral Sightseeing National

Exeter Cathedral

 
Description: The founding of the cathedral at Exeter, dedicated to Saint Peter, dates from 1050, when the seat of the bishop of ... more
Exeter Cathedral ... Devon and Cornwall was transferred from Crediton because of a fear of sea-raids. A Saxon minster already existing within the town (and dedicated to Saint Mary and Saint Peter) was used by Bishop Leofric as his seat, but services were often held out of doors, close to the site of the present cathedral building. In 1107, William Warelwast, a nephew of William the Conqueror, was appointed to the see, and this was the catalyst for the building of a new cathedral in the Norman style. Its official foundation was in 1133, after Warelwast's time, but it took many more years to complete. Following the appointment of Walter Bronescombe as bishop in 1258, the building was already recognized as outmoded, and it was rebuilt in the Decorated Gothic style, following the example of nearby Salisbury. However, much of the Norman building was kept, including the two massive square towers and part of the walls. It was constructed entirely of local stone, including Purbeck marble. The new cathedral was complete by about 1400, apart from the addition of the chapter house and chantry chapels.

Newest Review: ... months. By night you are more likely to find a group of homeless drunks. The building is colossal. The main entrance way is surrounded by statues of saints. You;ll find one with it's head missing - this is Mary and it was considered by the church to be unseemly to have a female amongst the male the saints so they decapitated her. This was some time ago... at least 5 years! ;o) There are ... more

 ... strong powerful buttresses all along each side. Inside it is not as beautiful but has amazing ceilings and several lady chapels that are quiet and calming. The cathedral charges to get in, which I think is disgusting. It never used to be compuls...more

elbar1
Premium Review Exeter Cathedral: Exeter is a cathedral city (210 words)
by elbar1 - written on 07/08/08 (Very useful, 23 readings)
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Exeter Cathedral is a truly magnificent building in right in the heart of the city centre. It is surrounded by big green spaces where you will find children playing and couples enjoying picnics in the summer months. By night you are more likely to find a group of homeless drunks. The building is colossal. The main entrance way is surrounded by statues of saints. You;ll find one with it's head missing - this is Mary and it was considered by the church to be unseemly to have a female amongst the male the saints so they decapitated her. This was some time ago... at least 5 years! ;o) There are strong powerful buttresses all along each side. ...

kingseany
Crowned Review 900 years of history (1021 words)
by kingseany - written on 16/03/05 (Very useful, 351 readings)
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St. Peters Cathedral, standing for almost 900 years can be seen clearly from most approaches to the City of Exeter. The North Tower of St. Paul and the South Tower of St. John, being most visable. Exeter Cathedral started to be built in the year 1110, by a nephew of William the Conquerer, named William Warelwast, who was Bishop of Exeter from 1107 to 1137. The building was greatly hindered by a fire caused by King Stephen's Siege of the City in 1136 . The site had previously be occupied by a Monastery Church. At around this time, Exeter was the tenth biggest town in England. It had a population of about 2,500 people, living in 460 houses and and around 30 different ...

C_Padd
Premium Review Exeter Cathedral: My Hometown, Exeter………… (2299 words)
by C_Padd - written on 23/08/01 (Very useful, 185 readings)
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Hi, welcome to my hometown of Exeter, in deepest Devon. This is my review of what is going on, from a locals point of view, so come join me, what are you waiting for? First up a bit of history and Geography lesson. Exeter is located in Devon, and is regarded as the capital of the county. Plymouth is larger in size, but Exeter has all the county hall and administrative buildings, while Plymouth is more working class and a large navy background. Exeter is built on the river Exe, which starts on Exmoor, and meets the English Channel/Atlantic Ocean to the south at Exmouth. Exeter used to be badly flooded as the Exe expanded in winter, but a new flood defence ...

 

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