Saints and Stones: Exeter
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Exeter Cathedral was first founded in 1050 and was dedicated to St. Peter.

In 1107, building of a new cathedral in the Norman style began. Its official foundation was in 1133, but it took many more years to complete.

In 1258, the building was considered outmoded, and it was rebuilt in the Decorated Gothic style, following the example of nearby Salisbury. However, much of the Norman building was kept, including the two massive square towers and part of the walls. It was constructed entirely of local stone. It was finally completed around 1400.

About Exeter

Exeter Cathedral Website
Wikipedia: Exeter Cathedral

Journey to Exeter

Exeter Cathedral in located in the city of Exeter off the M5 in Devon in southwest England.

Ordnance Survey Map (SX9202092603)

Visitors Information

Visitors information may be found at the Exeter Cathedral website. General tourist information for Exeter Visit Exeter website.

Additional Photos of Exeter

West Front of Exeter Cathedral
Close-Up of Image Screen on West Front of Exeter Cathedral
Norman North Tower of Exeter Cathedral
Decorated Gothic Vaulting in the Nave, Exeter Cathedral
Arches in the Nave, Exeter Cathedral
Minstrel Gallery Near the Ceiling in the Nave, Exeter Cathedral
Decorative Column, Exeter Cathedral
The Organ of Exeter Cathedral
Effigy in Exeter Cathedral
Effigy in Exeter Cathedral
Effigies in Exeter Cathedral


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