Richard Lenginour (1272–1314);[1] Nicholas de Derneford (?)(1316–31);[1] William Rediche(?) (1461–90s);[1] Seth and George Derwall (1495–1530s);[1] Thomas Harrison, George Gilbert Scott
Style
Romanesque, Gothic
Specifications
Length
355 feet (108 m)[2]
Nave width
75 feet (23 m)
Nave height
78 feet (24 m)
Tower height
127 feet (39 m)
Administration
Province
York
Diocese
Chester
Clergy
Bishop(s)
Mark Tanner
Dean
Tim Stratford
Canon(s)
Rosie Woodall (Vice Dean and Canon for Spirituality and Worship) Richard Walker (Canon Diocesan)
Laity
Director of music
Philip Rushforth Alex Lanigan-Palotai
The choir stalls inside the cathedralThe garden
Chester Cathedral is a Church of England cathedral and the mother church of the Diocese of Chester. It is located in the city of Chester, Cheshire, England. The cathedral, formerly the abbey church of a Benedictine monastery dedicated to Saint Werburgh, is dedicated to Christ and the Blessed Virgin Mary. Since 1541, it has been the seat of the Bishop of Chester.
The cathedral is a Grade I listed building, and part of a heritage site that also includes the former monastic buildings to the north, which are also listed Grade I. The cathedral's construction dates from between the 10th century[3] and the early 16th century, having been modified a number of times throughout history, a typical characteristic of English cathedrals; however, the site itself may have been used for Christian worship since Roman times. All the major styles of English medieval architecture, from Norman to Perpendicular, are represented in the present building.[1][4]
The cathedral and former monastic buildings were extensively restored during the 19th century (amidst some controversy), and a free standing bell tower was added in the 20th century. In addition to holding services for Christian worship, the buildings are a major tourist attraction in Chester and the cathedral is used as a venue for concerts and exhibitions.
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