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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.

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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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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.

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The 74th Service of the United Guilds of the City of London

The service has been an annual event at St Paul's Cathedral since 1943

11 March 2016

Apothecaries, Fishmongers, Tallow Chandlers and Woolmen were among thousands of Livery Company members at the 74th Service of the United Guilds of the City of London.

Trumpeters of The Band of the Household Cavalry played a fanfare as Masters, Prime Wardens and Upper Bailiff of the Companies took their places under the dome on Friday 11 March 2016.

See all images from before, during and after the Service

Alderman The Lord Mountevans, The Right Honourable The Lord Mayor, read the Second Lesson and prayers were led by The Reverend Rosemary Morton,Minor Canon and Succentor and The Reverend Helen O’Sullivan, Priest Vicar and Chaplain

The Right Reverend and Right Honourable Richard Chartres, KCVO,Bishop of London, gave the sermon and blessing.

Read the Order of Service here

Find out more about the Livery Companies and their support for St Paul's Cathedral

The Cathedral Choir was directed by Simon Johnson, Acting Director of Music. Peter Holder, Acting Organist, played the organ for the service.

Rachel Mahon, Organ Scholar, played before the service: Fantasia and Toccata (Op. 57); Charles Villiers Stanford (1852-1924); Chorale prelude on ‘St Anne’ C. Hubert H. Parry (1848-1918); Adagio in E major Frank Bridge (1879-1941)

All images are by Graham Lacdao