Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa, Preston

Name: Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa
Address: Preston, United Kingdom

#11 among attractions in Preston

Gothic Revival architecture, Church

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Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa, Preston

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The Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa also known as St Ignatius Church is a Catholic cathedral of the Syro-Malabar rite in Preston, Lancashire. It is the cathedral of the Syro-Malabar Catholic Eparchy of Great Britain, and was previously under the Diocese of Lancaster. It is situated close to the Preston city centre, with the entrance on Meadow Street. The building was opened in 1836 and was the first church in Preston to have a spire. ()

Completed: 1886 (138 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 53°45'49"N, 2°41'48"W

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St. George'sPreston United Kingdom

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Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harris Museum, St George's Shopping Centre, Covered Market, Fishergate Shopping Centre.

~1710 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Harris Museum, Preston
9 min walk • Steeped in history and culture, the Harris Museum stands as a testament to the rich heritage of Preston, England. Situated in the heart of the city, this Grade I listed building is not only an architectural gem but also a treasure trove of art, history, and human...
0.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
St George's Shopping Centre, Preston
10 min walk • St George's Shopping Centre, formerly The Mall Preston and The Mall St George, is a shopping centre in the city of Preston, Lancashire, England.
~1310 ftSW
Market, Shopping, Flea market
Covered Market, Preston
7 min walk • The Covered Market in Earl Street, Preston, Lancashire, England is a Grade II listed landmark structure built 1870-75. After three aborted attempts to start the project in the early 1800s, and a serious construction accident in 1870 that set back progress, the covered market was finished in 1875.
0.6 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Fishergate Shopping Centre, Preston
16 min walk • Fishergate Shopping Centre is a shopping centre in the city of Preston in Lancashire, England.
~1670 ftS
Monuments and statues, Memorial
Preston Cenotaph, Preston
9 min walk • The Preston Cenotaph stands in Market Square, Preston, Lancashire, England, and is a monument to soldiers from Preston who perished in World War I and II.
~1430 ftS
Convention center, Theater, Concerts and shows
Preston Guild Hall, Preston
7 min walk • Preston Guild Hall is an entertainment venue in Preston, Lancashire, England.
0.4 miE
Museum, History museum, Children's museum
Museum of Lancashire, Preston
11 min walk • The Museum of Lancashire is an historic collection in Preston in Lancashire, England. The museum, which is based in the old Sessions House, is a Grade II listed building.
0.4 miSW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Church of St George the Martyr, Preston
10 min walk • The Church of St George the Martyr is in George's Road, off Lune St, Preston, Lancashire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Preston, the archdeaconry of Lancaster, and the diocese of Blackburn. Its benefice is united with that of St John, Preston.
0.6 miS
Park
Winckley Square, Preston
15 min walk • Winckley Square is situated near the centre of Preston, Lancashire, England, at the west end of Avenham. The square was first established in 1801, around Town End Field owned by Thomas Winckley, as an exclusive residential area for the town's gentry.
0.5 miW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St Peter's Church, Preston
12 min walk • St Peter's Church is a redundant Anglican parish church in St Peter's Square, Preston, Lancashire, England. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II* listed building.
0.5 miS
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St John's Minster, Preston
13 min walk • Preston Minster, formally the Minster Church of St John the Evangelist, is in Church Street, in the centre of Preston, Lancashire, England. From its origin it has been the parish church of Preston. It is an active Anglican church in the deanery of Preston, the archdeaconry of Lancaster and the diocese of Blackburn.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa?

Nearby attractions include City Church, Preston (2 min walk), St Paul's Church, Preston (4 min walk), All Saints Church, Preston (5 min walk), Carey Baptist Church, Preston (6 min walk).

How to get to Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa:

Bus

Bus Station • Lines: 109, 111, 40, 41 (5 min walk)
Preston Bus Station (5 min walk)

Train

Preston (19 min walk)