Guildford Cathedral – the Anglican cathedral at Guildford
The Guildford Cathedral has become an imposing landmark and inside showcases peace, beauty and tranquillity. The construction of the cathedral was made into diocese in the year 1927, and the designer Sir Edward Maufe started to begin about nine years later. The foundation of the cathedral was laid down by Dr. Cosmo Gordon Lang who was the Archbishop of Canterbury during 1936.
Once the Second World War started the construction was interrupted because of the war. Overall the cathedral didn’t get finished until May 17, 1961. The location of the cathedral is found in the commanding spot of Stag Hill, the reason behind the name was because it was known that the Kings of England used to hunt there. The solid red brick outlines can be seen miles away because it’s so visible.
Guildford Cathedral inside, England, UK
In its location it overlooks the University of Surrey and the bricks that were used for the building are made from clay that was taken from the hill in which the cathedral stands. Sir Edwards Maufe explained some information about the Cathedral; he went on to explain the design of the building. The design was created to build a new tradition and to rely mainly on the mass and volume of the architecture.
The tower is about 160 feet high and there is twelve bells located inside Guildford, there is an Angel that is located on top of Guildford which is a dedication of the memory of Reginald Adgey – Edgar. During the year 2008 there was an added addition to Guildford where there was a garden opened up at the Cathedral which bearded the names Seeds of Hope. There’s also some music influences with the cathedral organ which was placed in 1961.
The Guildford Cathedral has another name for itself which is called The Cathedral Church of Holy Spirit and it’s also known to be one of the Anglican churches around. In today’s culture this church was used for scenes of the horror film The Omen which was filmed at the Guilford Cathedral. Regular events have taken place here even are exhibitions and school workshops are all held at the cathedral.
