St John the Baptist's Church
St John the Baptist's Church
St John the Baptist's Church
4.5
عرض كامل
المنطقة
العنوان
تواصَل مباشرة
أفضل الأماكن القريبة
المطاعم
477 على بُعد 5 كيلومترات
معالم الجذب
209 على بُعد 10 كيلومترات
4.5
351 تعليق
ممتاز
223
جيد جدًا
115
متوسط
12
سيئ
1
سيئ جدًا
0
Noraatc
Sudbury, ماساتشوستس39,148 مساهمة
بمفردك • أغسطس 2024
Unfortunately, St.John the Baptist Church was closed on the day of my visit, but I greatly enjoyed very atmospheric Eastern and Southern ruins around the church. In 1075, St.John the Baptist Church has become the first Chester Cathedral for a brief time. I decided to return the day after and take a look at the interior.
Around 11am I took a familiar path to St.John the Baptist Church and it was opened to visitors (free entry). Loved the stained glass windows and solemn austere look of its interior, but the ruins around the church impressed me more.
Around 11am I took a familiar path to St.John the Baptist Church and it was opened to visitors (free entry). Loved the stained glass windows and solemn austere look of its interior, but the ruins around the church impressed me more.
كُتب بتاريخ 8 سبتمبر 2024
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Angela W.
Wirral, UK61 مساهمة
زوجان • أغسطس 2024
This is the oldest building in Chester and was the original cathedral. The artefacts inside are amazing and anyone who is interested in historic churches and archeology would find this venue a great find. The church is Christian and offers the usual services but you can enter the lady chapel for quiet contemplation as you don’t need to be religious to be a regular visitor. The clergy and staff are extremely knowledgable and welcome any visitors. There is a cosy cafe with hot & cold drinks and fresh cakes. If you want some spiritual time or explore the history near the Roman amphitheater it’s right next door in the centre of chester. It’s a good place to visit as a couple, individually or with friends.
كُتب بتاريخ 25 أغسطس 2024
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cheryl brenton
برمنجهام, UK291 مساهمة
زوجان • يونيو 2024
this is a real gem dont miss it ,the staff were so helpful ,its a lovely church but was a cathedral first ,love the history of it and so glad we saw it ,its right by the roman theatre just over the bridge please have a look wont be disappointed and has toliets and you can get a drink and cake inside while inside the church and they are so cheap ,but so kind thank you x
كُتب بتاريخ 18 يونيو 2024
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Angela W.
Wirral, UK61 مساهمة
زوجان • أبريل 2024
This church is medieval and was the 1st and original Cathedral in Chester. It’s also the oldest building in Chester near the amphitheatre and is amazing. The organ was donated from Westminster abbey after Queen Victoria’s coronation (something to do with that) and is a Beautiful historic building. You don’t have to be religious to attend the services and can go inside the peaceful Lady Chapel for prayer or quiet time. The people who manage this church are made up of clergy and volunteers who work very hard to maintain it so all are welcome to visit. There’s a cosy cafe too which is very welcoming. Would definitely recommend getting in touch for a special event, a walk around or tour of the beautiful building or attending one of their services.
كُتب بتاريخ 28 أبريل 2024
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Matt S
Nottingham, UK94 مساهمة
سبتمبر 2023
Fascinating old church with lot sof history. Friendly staff on hand to offer stories and information, as well as refreshments in the cafe.
كُتب بتاريخ 12 سبتمبر 2023
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Matthew P
لندن, UK6,005 مساهمات
أغسطس 2023
Near the Roma amphitheatre, a magnificent church that just oozes history. From the moment you walk in your senses and eyes are inundated with images and sights. The church has been shortened and the tower removed but the ruins show how large it once was.
كُتب بتاريخ 6 أغسطس 2023
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permia
Ireland64,714 مساهمة
زوجان • يونيو 2023
With a longevity stretching back to 689 with its Anglo Saxon foundation, it has been and continues to be a venerable place of worship.
An eventful history including losing its Cathedral status in 1082 and further degeneration during the Reformation didn't quench its holiness.
It is a most attractive holy place with wonderful stone craft all around the exterior. A loveliness that continues within.
Standing at the rear the attention is drawn to the grand altar area. Along the central aisle bounded by robust columns and arches in exposed brick.
A fine ceiling in criss-cross dark wood extends above the rows of lunettes. Lovely stained glass is inspiring.
An eventful history including losing its Cathedral status in 1082 and further degeneration during the Reformation didn't quench its holiness.
It is a most attractive holy place with wonderful stone craft all around the exterior. A loveliness that continues within.
Standing at the rear the attention is drawn to the grand altar area. Along the central aisle bounded by robust columns and arches in exposed brick.
A fine ceiling in criss-cross dark wood extends above the rows of lunettes. Lovely stained glass is inspiring.
كُتب بتاريخ 30 يوليو 2023
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Judith A
بلاكبول, UK117 مساهمة
يونيو 2023
If you are visiting the roman amphitheatre it’s worth popping into the church next door for 30 minutes or so. It’s a pretty church with interesting history. As previous reviews have said, the welcome is warm and it is an excellent place to get a cheap hot or cold drink whilst resting your feet in the little makeshift cafe, located in the main church building.
كُتب بتاريخ 24 يونيو 2023
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mummybear-Stoke
stoke81 مساهمة
يونيو 2023
This is a very interesting building as it is over 900 years old but stands on the site of an even earlier Saxon Minster. The East and West stained glass windows are simply spectacular and there is a very interesting fresco on one of the pillars of St John the Baptist which dates back to 14th Century. The organ was originally in Westminster Abbey for Queen Victoria's Coronation and was brought by barge to this church in Chester.
There is a nice little area with tables and chairs for drinks and snacks and the prices are very reasonable. The shop has some interesting bits to buy some of them were hand made when we were here.
Outside there are some very pretty little gardens and the ruins of the church as parts have collapsed due to the toll taken by the building during the Civil War.
There is a nice little area with tables and chairs for drinks and snacks and the prices are very reasonable. The shop has some interesting bits to buy some of them were hand made when we were here.
Outside there are some very pretty little gardens and the ruins of the church as parts have collapsed due to the toll taken by the building during the Civil War.
كُتب بتاريخ 10 يونيو 2023
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Helen C
Concon, شيلي19 مساهمة
مايو 2023
Not to be missed on a visit to Chester; this is the city's oldest church and was its first cathedral. Its history spans 900 years. Some of the church lies in ruins outside while the building that remains is home to relics from Anglo-Saxon and Viking times, an ancient fresco and the cathedral that was used for Queen Victoria's coronation. You can enjoy a mug of tea and a sandwich, browse the second hand books and crafts that are on sale and, between May and October, there is a free recital of beautiful music at 1pm every Wednesday. Above all, I felt very warmly welcomed
كُتب بتاريخ 27 مايو 2023
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Where is the nearest car park ? Thanks
كُتب بتاريخ 21 يونيو 2017
Hi Andrea, we actually caught the park and ride from Chester zoo. As you will possibly know, living in Eastham, Chester can be a nightmare for parking and expensive too. Alternatively you can catch the train into Chester from Hooton or Bromborough
كُتب بتاريخ 29 يونيو 2017
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