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
Children bringing decorations 1 October 1996
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