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The East India Company and the monuments at St Paul's
Learn about how the Cathedral’s monuments relate to the East India Company’s history and activities on the Indian subcontinent.
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Meet the Dean and members of the Chapter, who provide strategic leadership of the Cathedral.
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Ticket types and prices
Find out the cost of sightseeing tickets to the Cathedral, and what discounts are available.
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Achievements through the years
In the 70 years since their foundation, the Friends have made a considerable contribution to the life and welfare of the Cathedral.
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6. The western towers, c. 1685-1710
Wren had always intended a belfry in one of the towers at the west end of the Cathedral.
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Godfrey Allen
Godfrey Allen, Surveyor to the Fabric from 1931-1956 was described as 'the St Paul's terrier', and was devoted to the Cathedral.
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History and Collections
Discover St Paul's turbulent history and the rare artefacts that help to tell its stories.
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The partnership of Seely and Paget
After meeting at University, Seely and Paget would forge an unbreakable partnership that led to some of the Cathedral’s most striking focal points.
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Schools visit FAQ
Booking sightseeing tickets for the Cathedral? Here’s what you need to know.
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Wartime damage and repair
It is a common myth that St Paul’s escaped damage during the Blitz, but in fact the Cathedral was to endure two direct hits by high explosives during the Second World War.
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Mother and Child: Hood, by Henry Moore
The arrival in the Cathedral of a ground breaking sculpture by Henry Moore initiated a new relationship with contemporary art which continues to this day.
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Paul Robeson sings at St Paul's
In 1958, the actor and singer Paul Robeson became the first Black person to read the Lesson in the Cathedral.
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Enjoy the myriad of opportunities and events unique to our Cathedral by becoming a corporate supporter.
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The Chorister Trust
The Chorister Trust fund scholarships for our Choristers, to help more children join our Cathedral choir and benefit from a first-class musical education.
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Attending a St Paul's service
If you’re new to attending church, find out what happens at a typical St Paul’s service.
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There are some simple rules we ask our visitors to follow when taking photos inside the Cathedral, to respect the privacy of others.
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From interactive models to kids’ multimedia guides, there are lots of ways to make sure your visit as a family is as fun as possible.
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The bells
Learn more about the different bells we have in the Cathedral, when bells are rung and how change ringing works.
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2. The Design in the First Phase, 1675-85
After the rejection of the Great Model in the latter part of 1674, Wren prepared several designs for a new Cathedral on a cruciform plan.
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