Southwell Minster, Nottinghamshire Reviews

Lovely old church and such polite and helpfull people

Wow, what a discovery! Although everything was shut due to lockdown, we still managed a lovely walk that took us from Southwell minster, which has an amazing history. Around it's garden which is the perfect place to stop and have a picnic, then down to the old railway line which although was busy, on a sunny day it takes you through some lovely countryside. There's a cafe at Maythorne just off the old railway line, but unfortunately was shut but looks nice.
Definitely a surprising find.

Beautiful building, magnificent architecture, gift shop and cafe when open. Services through out the week, unfortunately closed due to covid.

We had a wonderful evening. Staff were very warm and welcoming.

A magnificent gem in the heart of this delightful town.

Beautiful building we was there for our daughter's graduation felt so proud

This building is incredible. The architecture is astounding, and the people are very kind and humble.

I have been a chorister here for just over 3 years. It's been an amazing place to work in, and it's been an honour to work with such marvellous people as Paul Hale, Simon Hogan and Paul Provost. I wish to thank them for such an amazing experience that shall stick with me for the rest of my life.

O Lord, please bless our music that it might glorify your name. May the talent that you have bestowed upon us be used only to serve you.
Let our music be a witness to your majesty and love, and remind us that you are always watching, and listening, from your throne above.
May your presence and beauty be found in every note, and may the words that are sung reach the hearts of your people so they will draw closer to you.
May your Spirit guide us through every measure so that we might be the instruments of your peace, and proclaim your glory with glad voices.

Amen

Lovely little town, great pubs and the Minster/Cathedral was stunning

Beautiful cathedral which always feels welcoming. The events show a real connection with the community and gives it a life if its own

Lovely church. Characterised by its two "pepperpot" towers to the west end. Nice clear stained glass.

Volunteers lovely, but vergers could do with finding a little Christian compassion towards younger visitors.

Great building - really beautiful and amazing build.

Shame we couldn t visit inside because of covid-19 but still a great day and beautiful sights.

Loved it with family.

The history of the place reads like a who's who of English folklore

It was a lovely visit. We didn't stay all that long, we just went to look around. I really liked that some information was there to read if you wanted but some of it was also portrayed in Lego with smaller captions. There was also a place for people to build their own creations out of bricks. Outside were some benches to sit on. There was also a garden containing a ruined building in the grounds though sadly the garden was closed due to a private function that was going on at the time. If you wanted to take photos inside you needed a permit which you could get from reception. It's nice to see a place that relies on donations rather than charging for entry. Overall, a nice variety of things to see and do and things to appeal to different ages.

Went for Carol service still a splendid Minster fantastic place

A strikingly beautiful Norman edifice in a small pretty Nottinghamshire town.

Lovely building and people you can talk to and ask questions.

An incredible building. Full of history and a stunning location. Highly recommend.

I love Southwell minster the atmosphere in the church is lovely.

You must visit the Minster if you visit Southwell. Such a fantastic piece of heritage in a small town.

Truly beautiful church. A stunning place to worship or, depending on your sole intentions of coming, look at. When I was a young child, my family and I used to come here for services on a Sunday and I d go off to Sunday school; even as a child the extraordinary beauty of this place didn t fail to escape my eye! Wether you are interested in it s unique history, seeking a new place to find solace, or simply curious, I completely recommend dropping in. Those who give up time to maintain the church are all very friendly and for younger children, there is a mouse hunt with edible prize to keep them entertained! They also host christenings and regular services and events for the local school, including Lowes Wong juniors and The Minster School, where I myself go. The Minster is a rare masterpiece in a modern world, and it s interior is truly breathtaking. Also, though this is rather cheeky of me, bring a couple of pounds with you to donate to the church - the beautiful building is rather expensive to mantain and there are people who give up their time to make sure it stays available for people such as yourself to come and visit; that being said, it is a horrible shame that younger generations, even my own, are losing interest in such places, and your visit alone would be appreciated. Whatever your plans, I am sure you will not regret dropping in to get a glimpse of this historical gold!

An interesting place to visit. Large structure with a long history. The chapterhouse carvings are particularly impressive. Long association with a number of historical figures.

Seth lakeman concert. Fantastic acoustics in the minster

A lovely place to visit. The guides to the cathedral were very helpful and informative. Visit to appreciate!

Excellent Minster and surrounding area. Be aware you need to pay for a permit for photography in the minster

Lovely place but require better lighting in the grounds !

Beautiful cathedral and friendly visitor assistants

Very good experience, historically very informative

Difficult place to find a car parking space but the minster itself is a beautiful place to look around and a great setting for this G4s Xmas carol concert.

Lovely cathedral and garden. Nice place to sit and watch the world go by.

Early gothic/Norman cathedral - amazing barrel-vaulted ceiling in the nave.

It was my first time here and it was amazing lots to see and the staff are so nice and friendly.... will definitely be going back

Such a beautiful building and friendly helpers. Really enjoyed time travel with my class.

This is somewhere I will definitely be visiting again - there is so much to see! Very friendly guides. Free parking on street a short walk away.

First time there. Very interesting place to visit. Had to park on a side street tho. :)

This is a beautiful and historical place in a lovely setting.

One of my favourite places!! Somewhere I love to share with others.

Beautiful and very serene. Very friendly staff, lovely cafe/restaurant and good shop. Will be returning.

Fabulous, beautiful and interesting building. Excellent carol service at Christmas

A truly impressive Norman cathedral with unsurpassed interior stone carvings and beautiful stained glass of all ages. As well as a cathedral the building is also a parish church with three services a day. The volunteer guides are exceptional. No admission charge but a small charge for a photography licence if you wish to take photographs of the interior. Of course there us the opportunity to make and gift aid a donation including by contactless card. Well worth a visit.

Beautiful church and grounds and a nice little cafe and gift shop

Stunning building. Amazing Norman Nave and some fine examples of the severe Romanaesque style.
Welcoming and knowledgeable stewards.
If only the vast Anglican money cows like Westminster Abbey and St. Paul's Cathedral would, having fleeced their visitors of large sums of cash, behave less pompously and appreciate the fact that without tourists paying their wages, they probably wouldn't have their jobs. (Priest's and Deans too.)

One of the nicest Cathedrals in England. So welcoming and reverent. Much history in this 800 year old building

Wonderful intresting place..got a cafe food is good..

Very pleasant is a major understatement, supberb building,, a member of the friends group,, guides interesting, spent many happy hours in the building and in the grounds with my mother,, follow with interest what's happening etc lots happening and supportive

Great , historic , peaceful, beautiful place of worship to visit been many times will keep going many more times

Interesting historically as well as being a beautiful building.

Beautiful Southwell Minster.
Well worth a visit at any time of year.

Fascinating place. Beautiful windows and sculptures

A great place to visit for an afternoon.Car park opposite the minster across the road with free parking for up to 2 hours.The minster is very nice and peaceful.Also don't forget 2 visit t archbishop's palace next to the minster.Many a famous historical person stayed there over the years.

A very attractive church on the edge of an attractive town.

Nice place, touched a vicar up by mistake, then made an inappropriate joke to him about touching cloth, burst out laughing, great accoustics by the way.

Very interesting place with a lot of history and interest...find the mice!!!