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Metropolitan RC Cathedral (Liverpool)

 
Description: Metropolitan RC Cathedral / Cathedral House / Mount Pleasant / Liverpool / Merseyside / L3 5TQ / Tel: 0151 709 9222 / ... more
Metropolitan RC Cathedral (Liverpool) ... Fax: 0151 708 7274. / The Roman Catholic Cathedral designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd with impressive interior lantern tower of multi-coloured glass was opened in 1967 The stained glass was designed by John Piper and Patrick Reyntiens. There is no charge for admission but a contribution to the upkeep of the building would be appreciated. Guides are usually on duty to show you round and explain the mission of the Cathedral. The visitor centre opened in October 2003, this incorparates, The Piazza cafe bar, gift shop and information.

Newest Review: ... in shape, with a conical roof topped by a tapering coloured glass lantern tower with a crown of spires symbolizing the twelve apostles of Christ. ~~ The Chapels ~~ There are many small chapels that encircle the main cathedral. They are all easily accessible and really do compliment the overall layout of the Cathedral. ~~ Refreshments ~~ The Piazza cafe bar is quite a relaxing place to sit ... more

 ... down and read your latest Dan Brown novel whilst munching biscuits and sipping a tea. The food is of a pretty good standard and is freshly prepared each day. There are also available believe it or not speciality coffees, beers and fine wines. The cafe i...more

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Premium Review Metropolitan RC Cathedral (Liverpool): Cathedral of Tranquility (486 words)
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The Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King is a Roman Catholic Cathedral and was built on the site of a 19th century workhouse and above a crypt built in 1933 that was based on an earlier cathedral plan. The Metropolitan Cathedral was designed by Sir Frederick Gibberd after a competition was held inviting 300 entries from all over the world. Construction began in October 1962 and within five years it was completed and consecrated on the Feast of Pentecost, 14 May 1967. ~~ Space Age Architecture ~~ It is a striking and quite ambitious design that went through many stages of development. The building is cylindrical in shape, with a conical roof topped ...  Read the complete review

 

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