Top Things to do in South West England
What to do and see in South West England, England: The Best Sacred & Religious Sites
Discover the best top things to do in South West England, United Kingdom including St Paul the Apostle Catholic Church,Tintagel,Cornwall, Plymouth Synagogue, Sherborne Abbey, Wells Cathedral, St.Eval Church, St. Petroc's Church, Bath Abbey, Bristol Cathedral, Sclerder Abbey, John Wesley's Chapel & New Room Museum.
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1. St Paul the Apostle Catholic Church,Tintagel,Cornwall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Plymouth Synagogue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By laurengN126SP
I visited the synagogue while on holiday in Cornwall and can honestly say it was the highlight of the trip. Tucked away off of St Catherine Street, you'd be forgiven for missing it altogether but it's certainly not hiding away, as explained by the wonderful Jerry who showed a group of 6 of us around. Named as the caretaker, he is far more than that. He gave us 2.5 hours of history of Plymouth, Judaism and the Jewish community in Plymouth. The hours felt like minutes and we could have gone on much longer. The building itself is stunning and you can feel the sacred presence and history there, if you are of any faith or none at all, it is well worth a visit. From the stained glass windows to the opulent artefacts, you will be mesmerised by the beauty and peace to be found inside the shul. The building is a jewel, Jerry deserves a medal for all his hard work keeping this beautiful building going and if you do visit you may well meet the gorgeous Synagogue cat Dexter. You will not be disappointed.
3. Sherborne Abbey
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 704 reviews
Reviewed By sharronw80
Absolutely beautiful I will visit again well cared for and the sense of history is amazing i hope the next generation will uphold this amazing and beautiful building
4. Wells Cathedral
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,708 reviews
Climb the spiral staircase to walk in the footsteps of Cathedral masons with behind-the-scenes tours of Wells Cathedral’s High Parts; the most memorable thing to do in Wells! Discover hidden spaces and chambers, explore the south transept roof space and marvel at the nave from a very different perspective! Tours run regularly throughout the week; book via the website. Terms and Conditions apply.
Reviewed By DKS824 - Harrow, United Kingdom
This Cathedral is very beautiful both in and out, I loved seeing the clocks striking on the quarter hour and hearing the choir practising was a special joy while wandering around. There are some steps up to the Chapter House on the left which is a light area with a very attractive ceiling and a good place to sit peacefully for a few minutes.
5. St.Eval Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By erkrsm - Trabuco Canyon, United States
Our family lived here for centuries. In the mid 19th century, several migrated to Canada, then US. Built just after William the Conqueror (1066) Our families visited St Eval a few years ago and the Parish had a special service for us and our ancestors What a GREAT experience! What a warm & generous people. A special prayer for us as we held hands over the original baptismal fount (cir. 1100). St. Eval has a VERY special place in our hearts!???? Ed From CA
6. St. Petroc's Church
7. Bath Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,059 reviews
Begun in 1499 by Bishop King, this is England's last great medieval church, dissolved in 1539 and now serving as a parish church.
Reviewed By russelljf72 - Brixham, United Kingdom
What a thoroughly interesting site, spent a good while looking around the place, which is worth a visit in itself. We came back for the next available TOWER TOUR which was very reasonably priced and the absolute highlight of my day - you need to be able bodied and physically fit to climb the steep and very numerous stairs of the spiral staircase, but you are well rewarded. Very knowledgeable guides, small groups (due to space confines) and amazing content - sitting behind the clock face, on top of the Fan ceiling, in the Bell Room and on the roof of the tower with its stunning views of Bath are BIG highlights. I'd give this 6 out of 5 if I could!
8. Bristol Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,263 reviews
Reviewed By fatfoodfreek179
Surrounded by the lovely College Green.If you are lucky you may hear the organ being played or the choir rehearsing in the background.There is a lovley shop there and a cafe.
9. Sclerder Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
10. John Wesley's Chapel & New Room Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 309 reviews
The New Room in Bristol is the oldest Methodist Chapel in the world (originally built in 1739 and extended in 1748) and the cradle of the early Methodist movement. It was built and used by John and Charles Wesley and the early Methodists as a meeting and preaching place and the centre for helping and educating the needy members of the community. The chapel itself is on the ground floor (where there is also a shop) and is accessible from either the Broadmead or Horsefair courtyards. Upstairs, there is an admission charge Arts Council accredited museum which tells the story of John and Charles Wesley and their life and work in Bristol.
Reviewed By Swedishtomcat - Diss, United Kingdom
This historically-religious building, slap bang in the centre of Bristol’s shopping quarter, is where Methodism got its first foothold with a purpose-built chapel in 1739. There are a number of rooms upstairs which have been converted into a museum explaining the history of the Wesley brothers and Methodism. Downstairs is the New Room where you can imagine John Wesley preached. All the volunteers were very friendly especially the lady who was warmed the cockles of our hearts.
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