Birmingham Cathedral

Introduction

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Birmingham Cathedral

Image: © Stephen McKay Taken: 10 Jun 2008

The cathedral's surroundings off Colmore Row are an oasis in an area generally lacking in green space - plenty of people are taking advantage on this warm June afternoon. The Cathedral Church of St Philip was built in the early 18th century but did not become a cathedral until 1905.

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