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This royal charter is the earliest surviving item within the Cathedral Archives, dating from July 1099/1100. Written in Latin, it provides confirmation from King William II to the canons of St Paul’s of their rights of jurisdiction over their property.
These indentures – that detail agreements between King Henry VII and clergy – are made unique by their clever jigsaw-puzzle design.
In 1958, the actor and singer Paul Robeson became the first Black person to read the Lesson in the Cathedral.
Wren’s revisions to the design in 1685–86 created a podium for a vast, richly modelled Dome, inspired by those of Michelangelo’s St Peter’s in Rome and Jules Hardouin-Mansart’s Invalides church in Paris.
The St Paul’s Collection of Wren Office drawings is unrivalled as a record of the design and construction of a single great building by one architect in the early modern era.
Here you will find the Sermon by the Bishop of London, The Rt Revd and Rt Hon Dame Sarah Mullally DBE, from the Service of Prayer and Reflection held at St Paul's Cathedral.
Widely considered to be one of the world’s most beautiful buildings, St Paul’s Cathedral is a breathtaking events venue.
For groups, we offer free tickets for leaders and guides, bookable private tours and special equipment to help you lead your own tour.