Experts' Choice Award Manchester Cathedral
What the experts agree on
Manchester Cathedral boasts Britain's widest nave with exquisitely carved 16th-century choir stalls featuring humorous medieval misericords. Hidden behind busy shopping streets, it's a surprisingly peaceful historical retreat with free guided tours.
“There are free daily guided tours year-round, and on weekends and school holidays kids get free Explorer Trails (interactive tours meant to engage kids with different parts of the cathedral).”
– Fodor's
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Six spans make the knave of this Church the largest in Britain. The chancel is also formed of six spans. The rood screen is a unique piece of medieval sculpture." Full review
The Telegraph "Despite being located just behind one of Manchester’s busiest shopping areas, this cathedral, which dates back to 1215, offers a peaceful retreat from the city’s bustle." Full review
Time Out "A church of some sort has been on this site as far back as 700AD. " Full review
Frommer's " The cathedral's nave, the widest of its kind in Britain, is formed by six bays, as is the choir. The choir stalls are beautifully carved and date from the early 16th century." Full review
Independent "Tickets are also still available for a special candlelight piano recital of classical music at Manchester Cathedral (£21)"
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National Geographic "Walk north up Deansgate for 10 minutes or so and you'll meet the honey-stoned gothic frontage of Manchester Cathedral, well worth a look inside for its beautifully carved medieval woodwork"
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