St Albans Cathedral England

 

St Albans Cathedral links the present to the Roman Christian era. The beauty of the architecture and landscape inspire wonder and awe today as it likely did for parishioners for many generations.

According to the stalbanscathedral.org, Christians have been here for centuries.

731 The Venerable Bede wrote: 

"A beautiful church worthy of Alban's martyrdom was built, where sick folk are healed and frequent miracles take place to this day."

793 King Offa of Mercia founded a monastery.

1115 The tower of St Albans Abbey, which can be seen today, was part of the church completed using bricks and tiles from the Roman era.

1213 Nobles and churchmen met at St Albans. Their discussions led to the signing of the Magna Carta at Runnymede in 1215.

1539 The Abbey was closed.

1553 The people of the town of St Albans bought the church.

1877 The church was restored and became a cathedral.

Enjoy the grounds 

And note the old Roman Wall

I took a video in 1996. It's vintage tape so not as clear as it would be today.

An inside photo

Children bringing decorations 1 October 1996

Google Map of St Albans Cathedral

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St Albans Cathedral website

In 2021, entry was Free

There is a shop onsite and online (see link above)

There is a coffee shop called Abbot's Kitchen serving lunch and refreshments

St Albans Cathedral Book

St Albans Cathedral Souvenir Guide 

Who Was St Alban?

According to Tarah Hearne, St Alban was the first Christian Martyr in England. The story goes that St Alban swapped clothes to protect a Christian priest when the Romans persecuted Christians. He was tried, found guilty, and executed in 304 or 209 -- Scholars disagree.

Here's a quote attributed to St Alban when he appeared before the judge:

“I worship and adore the true and living God who created all things.”

The first shrine marking St Albans may have been built in the 300s. This may have been destroyed in the 500s by Saxon invaders.

The Norman Abbey mentioned above was built on the site.

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A photo op on the wall 9 August 1980

Thirsty?

Check out Ye Olde Fighting Cock pub across the street.