St Colman's Cathedral, Catholic cathedral in Cobh, Ireland
The Gothic Revival cathedral stands 91.4 meters tall with a brick structure, featuring pointed arches, flying buttresses, and detailed stone carvings throughout its exterior.
Construction started in 1847 under architects E.W. Pugin and George Ashlin, with the final consecration ceremony taking place in August 1919 under Bishop Robert Browne.
The cathedral functions as a central religious institution for the Diocese of Cloyne, maintaining regular Mass services and hosting international choir performances.
Visitors can join daily Mass at 10 AM, watch live streams on the cathedral website, or arrange guided tours through the parish office at 5 Cathedral Terrace.
The cathedral houses a carillon system of 49 bells, including the largest bell in Ireland weighing 3.6 tons, making it the most extensive bell collection in the British Isles.
Location: Cobh
Inception: 1847
Architects: E. W. Pugin, George Ashlin
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
Made from material: brick
Website: http://cobhcathedralparish.ie
GPS coordinates: 51.85143,-8.29350
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:38
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