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St Paul’s Cathedral has been here for over 1,400 years. It has been built and rebuilt five times, and always its main purpose has been as a place of worship and prayer.
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St Paul's, with its world-famous dome, is an iconic feature of the London skyline. Step inside and you can enjoy the Cathedral's awe-inspiring interior, and uncover fascinating stories about its history.
Learning & Faith
Lifelong learning is a core part of the our work, delivered through a variety of events by St Paul's Institute, and the Cathedral's Adult Learning and Schools & Family Learning departments.
History & Collections
For more than 1,400 years, a Cathedral dedicated to St Paul has stood at the highest point in the City. The present Cathedral is the masterpiece of Britain's most famous architect Sir Christopher Wren.
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Behind the scenes, the cost of caring for St Paul's and continuing to deliver our central ministry and work is enormous and the generosity of our supporters is critical.
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Widely considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful buildings and a powerful symbol of the splendour of London, St Paul’s Cathedral is a breathtaking events venue.
History
| 12:00pm | Doors open for sightseeing |
| 12:30pm | Eucharist |
| 4:00pm | Last entry for sightseeing |
| 5:00pm | Evening Prayer |
| 5:30pm | Cathedral closes |
Baroness Thatcher Funeral - 2013
Politicians and foreign dignitaries joined friends and family of the former Prime Minister at the service on Wednesday, 17 April 2013.
Her Majesty The Queen and His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh also attended the funeral service.
VIEW IMAGES FROM THE FUNERAL SERVICE
The Bishop of London gave the address at the service, opening with the line: "After the storm of a life lived in the heat of political controversy, there is a great calm."
He went on to say: "She applied herself to her work with formidable energy and passion. But she continued to reflect on how faith and politics related to one another."
The service included two Biblical readings, one by Baroness Thatcher's granddaughter, Amanda, and the other by Prime Minister, David Cameron.
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The funeral procession moves down the nave
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Baroness Thatcher's coffin sits under the dome
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