St John's Cathedral

St John's Cathedral is an Anglican episcopal church in Oban that blends Gothic and Romanesque styles with a central tower reinforced by steel supports. The building displays its architectural character on the northeast side of Oban Bay with a distinctive profile visible from the water.

The first church structure began in 1846 when Oban was still a small village, and the building was consecrated in 1864. The construction process changed over the decades and shaped how the church looks today.

The name comes from St John the Divine, and locals view this place as a spiritual center for their community. Visitors can see how it serves daily religious life and hosts important occasions throughout the year.

The building is open daily for visitors to explore and attend services if interested. It helps to check opening times in advance if you want to attend specific services.

The cathedral remained unfinished, with only the sanctuary, chancel, one transept, and part of the nave completed due to lack of funds. This incomplete state from the early 1900s remains visible in how the building ends abruptly in certain directions.

Location: Argyll and Bute

Website: https://stjohnsoban.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 56.41669,-5.47349

Latest update: December 12, 2025 09:06