St Philip's Cathedral, Anglican cathedral in central Birmingham, England.
St Philip's Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral in central Birmingham, England. The rectangular hall church shows classical fluted pillars, tall exterior windows, and a western tower with a lead-covered dome.
Thomas Archer designed the building in the early 18th century as a parish church for the growing town. In 1905 it was elevated to cathedral status when Birmingham received its own diocese.
The cathedral takes its name from the apostle Philip, whose feast the Anglican Church observes on May 3. Three large stained glass windows in the chancel were created by Edward Burne-Jones, a Pre-Raphaelite artist who was baptized here as a child.
The entrance stands on the western side of the building, where the tower rises. Daily services take place, and visitors can enter the church outside these times to view the interior and windows.
The grounds hold a 19th-century obelisk dedicated to officer Frederick Gustavus Burnaby. Locals often call the square Pigeon Park because many pigeons gather there.
Location: Birmingham
Location: West Midlands
Inception: 1725
Architects: Thomas Archer
Architectural style: English Baroque
Website: http://birminghamcathedral.com
GPS coordinates: 52.48120,-1.89891
Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:28
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