The reflection of the ruined Cathedral Church of St Michael is reflected in the glass that surrounds the entrance to the new Cathedral in Coventry.
On 23rd March 1956. Her Majesty the Queen (Elizabeth II) laid the foundation stone for the New Cathedral.
*The ruined Cathedral Church of St Michael dates from 1300AD. One of the largest parish churches in England, built originally for the Earl’s half of Coventry, it became ‘The Cathedral’ of the diocese of Coventry in 1918.
The magnificent west tower and spire built 1374-1450 is 295 feet high. It dominates the city centre and survived the air raid of 14 November 1940 which destroyed the remainder of the church.*
*information from a plaque within the ruined church
Nice photo. Amazing that the tower survived the air raid of 1940.
It always surprises me to see parts of buildings or statues that still remain after being bombed in the air raids of WWII.
What a lovely capture. Thank you for the information on the ruined cathedral. I know that Coventry was greatly impacted by the Blitz. Another city I need to visit one day
It is surprising to see that some parts of the Cathedral are still standing after the bombing.
Interesting photo. Looks to me like the new cathedral is behind bars.
That is an interesting observation that I had not seen in this photo. But if we step inside the stained glass windows do give of that behind bars feel!
However the themes displayed within the Cathedral are all about reconciliation and remembrance.
A paradox?
Did you also see the Guildhall (St Mary’s?) nearby?
That’s also a hidden gem in Coventry.
I saw the outside of the Guildhall but I wedding was taking place so we didn’t go inside.