Lichfield Cathedral Lichfield, England

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View from Bird Street along The Close, at Lichfield, England.

Lichfield Cathedral and its three spires are at the end of the street.

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About The Close


The Close developed along with the Cathedral over the centuries and was enclosed by Bishop Langton who, in 1299, was granted permission to build a castle wall around the Close. This wall was built over the following years, incorporating massive gatehouses to the south and west, and towers on the east and west walls... brianac37 all photos →

Cathedral church. Early C13 west choir arcade and aisles, chapter house and chapel, transepts and crossing tower; c1280 nave, aisles and west towers; 1300-50 Lady Chapel and east choir arcade and aisles, and choir clerestory.

Location map of Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield, England. Click to enlarge.
Aerial view of Lichfield Cathedral, Lichfield, England. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address
Lichfield, England
Coordinates
52.6852480° N, 1.8303700° W map · aerial

Article Info

Page Title
Lichfield Cathedral
Date Published
October 8, 2013
Last Updated
April 15, 2024
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