choirs

The chancel dates from around 1220. The fine choir stalls, with linenfold panelling and poppy-heads, are early 16th century. They were brought here from Thame Abbey at the Dissolution.

The choir dates from two different periods, which is clearly evident in the contrasting architectural styles. These are in the Decorated style of English Gothic.

The chancel of Christ Church Cathedral is Late Norman like the nave, dating from the mid-12th century. The lovely marble floor and choir stalls date from Gilbert Scott's restoration of 1870-76. Cecilia.

The choir of Gloucester Cathedral dates from the great rebuilding project of 1337-50. The choir stalls against the wall, which include fine canopies and 46 medieval misericords, are original and in excellent condition. .

The Gothic choir or Capella vitrea (Glass Chapel) was attached to the Palatine Chapel in 1414. Its walls are virtually made of glass: they are filled with 13 jewel-like stained glass windows that rise 100 feet high.