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Saint Fin Barre's Cathedral (Irish: Ardeaglais Naomh Fionnbarra) is a Gothic Revival three-spire Church of Ireland cathedral in the city of Cork. It is located on the south bank of the River Lee and dedicated to Finbarr of Cork, patron saint of the city. Formerly the sole cathedral of the Diocese of Cork, it is now one of three co-cathedrals in the United Dioceses of Cork, Cloyne and Ross in the ecclesiastical province of Dublin. Christian use of the site dates back 7th-century AD when, according to local lore, Finbarr of Cork founded a monastery. The original building survived until the 12th century, when it either fell into disuse or was destroyed during the Norman invasion of Ireland. Around 1536, during the Protestant Reformation, the cathedral became part of the established church, later known as the Church of Ireland. The previous building was constructed in the 1730s, but was widely regarded as plain and featureless.
The cathedral's demolition and rebuild was commissioned in the mid-19th century by an Anglican church intent on strengthening its hand after the reforms of penal law. Work began in 1863, and resulted in the first major commissioned project for the Victorian architect William Burges, who designed most of the cathedral's architecture, sculpture, stained glass, mosaics and interior furniture. Saint Fin Barre's foundation stone was laid in 1865. The cathedral was consecrated in 1870 and the limestone spires completed by October 1879.
Absolutely incredible! The organist and singer were practicing during my visit, and it sound amazing. The architecture is beautiful. This is my favorite Cathedral of any I've visited ever.
JeffreyMar 27, 2018
Stunning Gothic revival cathedral! Lovely churchyard too, with a meditation labyrinth to boot. Peaceful. Made us forget the cold.
Ananya RoyMar 28, 2018
Beautiful from the outside. I did not go inside because I do not think it's worth the price. Still great outside.
Kathleen O'DonovanApr 20, 2018
Beautiful cathedral. 6 euro per person seems a bit steep but it is lovely. Worth a stop.
Amy WrightApr 20, 2018
I give St Fin Barre's 4 stars because it can't compete with Medieval Gothic churches but it is probably the most beautiful building in Cork city. The exterior is modelled on Reims and Ameins in France and is an admirably designed, pocket-sized cathedral. The west front is, in my opinion, the strongest feature, while the stained glass is rather staid. There is a column dedicated to the local war dead. Certainly worth a look if you are interested in neo-Gothic architecture of the 19th c. This one was designed by William Burges, a follower of AWN Pugin.
Ann MurrayApr 11, 2018
Love old cathedrals and the history they represent. Not too big, not too small. 6 Euros and kids free. Happy to help fund the organ restoration. Nice to get away from the shopping crowds of Cork. And fun to get in touch with my Episcopalian roots.
Ian CalkinsJun 15, 2018
Phenomenal architecture and a huge presence in the city. Well worth a visit a visit inside for a proper insight into the building.
Robert CarrollJun 11, 2018
Magical, Mystical, a taste of of the Ireland my soul remembers. The acoustics inside amazing, a windy organ filling the Cathedral with a memorable vibration
Allen OwenJun 21, 2018
Attended for Sunday worship. No provision for my disability and had to negotiate steep steps to receive Communion. Sound system awful so very hard to hear the readings though the pulpit was better.
Mia BriggsJul 22, 2018
Went to communion here...as an Anglican this seemed sensible...accessibility for the infirm to the communion rail was appalling. Music was good but this is not somewhere I shall be recommending for worship
helene stainerJul 22, 2018
Lovely building and grounds. Helpful staff with lots of information to hand.
Alan ChapmanJul 7, 2018
Absolutely incredible! The organist and singer were practicing during my visit, and it sound amazing. The architecture is beautiful. This is my favorite Cathedral of any I've visited ever.
JeffreyMar 27, 2018
Stunning Gothic revival cathedral! Lovely churchyard too, with a meditation labyrinth to boot. Peaceful. Made us forget the cold.
Ananya RoyMar 28, 2018
Beautiful from the outside. I did not go inside because I do not think it's worth the price. Still great outside.
Kathleen O'DonovanApr 20, 2018
Beautiful cathedral. 6 euro per person seems a bit steep but it is lovely. Worth a stop.
Amy WrightApr 20, 2018
I give St Fin Barre's 4 stars because it can't compete with Medieval Gothic churches but it is probably the most beautiful building in Cork city. The exterior is modelled on Reims and Ameins in France and is an admirably designed, pocket-sized cathedral. The west front is, in my opinion, the strongest feature, while the stained glass is rather staid. There is a column dedicated to the local war dead. Certainly worth a look if you are interested in neo-Gothic architecture of the 19th c. This one was designed by William Burges, a follower of AWN Pugin.
Ann MurrayApr 11, 2018
Love old cathedrals and the history they represent. Not too big, not too small. 6 Euros and kids free. Happy to help fund the organ restoration. Nice to get away from the shopping crowds of Cork. And fun to get in touch with my Episcopalian roots.
Ian CalkinsJun 15, 2018
Phenomenal architecture and a huge presence in the city. Well worth a visit a visit inside for a proper insight into the building.
Robert CarrollJun 11, 2018
Magical, Mystical, a taste of of the Ireland my soul remembers. The acoustics inside amazing, a windy organ filling the Cathedral with a memorable vibration
Allen OwenJun 21, 2018
Attended for Sunday worship. No provision for my disability and had to negotiate steep steps to receive Communion. Sound system awful so very hard to hear the readings though the pulpit was better.
Mia BriggsJul 22, 2018
Went to communion here...as an Anglican this seemed sensible...accessibility for the infirm to the communion rail was appalling. Music was good but this is not somewhere I shall be recommending for worship
helene stainerJul 22, 2018
Lovely building and grounds. Helpful staff with lots of information to hand.
Alan ChapmanJul 7, 2018
Absolutely incredible! The organist and singer were practicing during my visit, and it sound amazing. The architecture is beautiful. This is my favorite Cathedral of any I've visited ever.
JeffreyMar 27, 2018
Stunning Gothic revival cathedral! Lovely churchyard too, with a meditation labyrinth to boot. Peaceful. Made us forget the cold.
Ananya RoyMar 28, 2018
Beautiful from the outside. I did not go inside because I do not think it's worth the price. Still great outside.
Kathleen O'DonovanApr 20, 2018
Beautiful cathedral. 6 euro per person seems a bit steep but it is lovely. Worth a stop.
Amy WrightApr 20, 2018
I give St Fin Barre's 4 stars because it can't compete with Medieval Gothic churches but it is probably the most beautiful building in Cork city. The exterior is modelled on Reims and Ameins in France and is an admirably designed, pocket-sized cathedral. The west front is, in my opinion, the strongest feature, while the stained glass is rather staid. There is a column dedicated to the local war dead. Certainly worth a look if you are interested in neo-Gothic architecture of the 19th c. This one was designed by William Burges, a follower of AWN Pugin.
Ann MurrayApr 11, 2018
Love old cathedrals and the history they represent. Not too big, not too small. 6 Euros and kids free. Happy to help fund the organ restoration. Nice to get away from the shopping crowds of Cork. And fun to get in touch with my Episcopalian roots.
Ian CalkinsJun 15, 2018
Phenomenal architecture and a huge presence in the city. Well worth a visit a visit inside for a proper insight into the building.
Robert CarrollJun 11, 2018
Magical, Mystical, a taste of of the Ireland my soul remembers. The acoustics inside amazing, a windy organ filling the Cathedral with a memorable vibration
Allen OwenJun 21, 2018
Attended for Sunday worship. No provision for my disability and had to negotiate steep steps to receive Communion. Sound system awful so very hard to hear the readings though the pulpit was better.
Mia BriggsJul 22, 2018
Went to communion here...as an Anglican this seemed sensible...accessibility for the infirm to the communion rail was appalling. Music was good but this is not somewhere I shall be recommending for worship
helene stainerJul 22, 2018
Lovely building and grounds. Helpful staff with lots of information to hand.
Alan ChapmanJul 7, 2018
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| Sunday | 1:00 – 5:30 PM |
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