Chichester Cathedral

Chichester, United Kingdom

Open to visitors

The interior is normally open, possibly ticketed.

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Wheelchair access: Accessible

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Chichester Cathedral, the seat of the Anglican Bishop of Chichester, was founded in 1075 when the episcopal seat relocated from Selsey to this West Sussex city. Built in the Norman style and later enriched with Gothic elements, the cathedral stands out among England's medieval churches for two architectural rarities: a free-standing medieval bell tower and double aisles. The cathedral's spire, the third tallest in England, is uniquely visible from the sea and serves as a landmark for travelers. Beyond its historical architecture, the building houses two rare medieval sculptures alongside modern commissions—tapestries, stained glass, and sculpture—many acquired during Dean Walter Hussey's tenure from 1955 to 1977. Architectural critic Ian Nairn called it "the most typical English Cathedral."