St Andrew's Cathedral Glasgow
St Andrew's Cathedral Glasgow
4.5
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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vickiebypass
Stamford, CT236 contributions
May 2022
The interior surprised me; the exterior looked like it was built 19th century but the inside has been totally renovated; it’s very white with painted decorations such as blue ribbons outlined in gilt swirled around columns, a lot of gilt around the altar, gilt at the tops of the columns; old stained glass windows used as decor on the walls; blond wood pews and blond wood altar, very subdued. Only two side chapels, one with a classical Madonna and Child sculpture surrounded by a very modern abstract metallic sculpture. The outdoor area had a reflecting pool and lots of shiny silver monoliths with religious sayings inscribed on them. All in all, not what I expected so always good to challenge myself! It didn’t particularly appeal to me aesthetically but while I was there at least six people came in and it seems to be well used by the local community.
Written May 24, 2022
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BrianD M
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Friends
What on earth has happened to the choir at this beautiful Cathedral? Haven't been there since Christmas last year where the experience was heavenly and the choir were angelic, but yesterday's 12 o'clock Mass was like attending a rock concert with guitars and drums and screaming singers. Dreadful. Not what we expected at a high mass in a cathedral at all. Would not recommend.
Written October 2, 2023
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Sam3314
Derby, UK2,054 contributions
Mar 2023
We went to Morning Worship with a good choir. Friendly welcome from the volunteers and a lovely service. The nave is very impressive and the stained glass on the north wall is interesting including a very nice modern window. You can see the mason's marks on the columns in the choir.
Written March 1, 2023
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TheCount69
Rochdale, UK887 contributions
Oct 2021
A great visit to a very old Cathedral, some of the brickwork at the front that I could see has been replaced with new bricks, this is caused because the original bricks are that old and suffered with some erosion over time.
It is very impressive from the outside and you can get a great view of it from the back if you walk up to the Necroplolis behind. That view reminded me of St Vitus in Prague but smaller.
You need to scan a QR code and book at the present time to gain entry, I hadn't planned my visit so I managed to book myself in at the entrance with no problem
Once inside the cathedral interior is just as good and there is full Covid safeguarding in place with a one way system to follow.
It was still very quiet when I visited at 10am
Well worth an hour of anyones time to visit
And the big bonus here is that it is free which is a surprise for any cathedral nowadays.
As far as I am concerned all places of worship should be free to enter so thank you Glasgow for an enjoyable visit
It is very impressive from the outside and you can get a great view of it from the back if you walk up to the Necroplolis behind. That view reminded me of St Vitus in Prague but smaller.
You need to scan a QR code and book at the present time to gain entry, I hadn't planned my visit so I managed to book myself in at the entrance with no problem
Once inside the cathedral interior is just as good and there is full Covid safeguarding in place with a one way system to follow.
It was still very quiet when I visited at 10am
Well worth an hour of anyones time to visit
And the big bonus here is that it is free which is a surprise for any cathedral nowadays.
As far as I am concerned all places of worship should be free to enter so thank you Glasgow for an enjoyable visit
Written October 19, 2021
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Doreen M
1 contribution
Oct 2023 • Couples
The cathedral is stunning and the architecture is breathtaking. My husband and I wanted to stay for mass but wish we hadn’t. The music was the worst I’ve heard in any church. No wonder the priest looked and sounded utterly miserable
Written October 2, 2023
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therichastill
Stevenage, UK2,527 contributions
Oct 2021 • Solo
St Andrew's Cathedral is on the banks of the River Clyde. It is a short walk from the main part of the city centre.
It is not near the main Glasgow Cathedral so don't get confused. It is a really nice building. A traditional building amongst some more modern structures.
It is not near the main Glasgow Cathedral so don't get confused. It is a really nice building. A traditional building amongst some more modern structures.
Written November 6, 2021
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Pittsburgh, PA88,434 contributions
Sep 2019 • Couples
We attended the Sunday mass at St Andrews Cathedral in Glasgow. The church is nice and the service was good. They ended mass with Amazing Grace which was a nice touch.
Written November 14, 2019
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SusieB1946
Hastings Point, Australia66 contributions
Sep 2013 • Couples
This Cathedral was amazing. It's a medieval cathedral and some parts are being restored. It's a must see.
Written October 22, 2013
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GRAHAMMMCFARLANE
Bedford, UK632 contributions
Apr 2015 • Couples
St. Andrews RC Cathedral is well worth a visit when in Glasgow - the architecture is excellent and the sense of spirituality is tangible - highly recommended.
Written September 21, 2015
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northants90
Northampton, UK2,954 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
This is the RC cathedral in Glasgow. Close to the river and easy to find. It is a good thing to do on a cold and /or rainy day in this lovey city.
Written July 4, 2021
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Charmaine L
Edinburgh, UK11 contributions
Your post about St Andrew's Cathedral in Glasgow would actually seem to be about St Mungo's Cathedral. St. Andrew's is on the river and is not a huge building.
David M
Glasgow62 contributions
No it's not a huge building but it is very beautiful and it has a great location right next to the riverside and there is a lot of history attached to it the car park at the rear was once a workhouse as far as. Know.
lornasmith63
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom1 contribution
Daughters wedding sat 5th aug...can we throw biodegradable confetti.?
bernadette59
Grande Prairie, Canada203 contributions
Sorry not sure, Our 26th anniversary was on Aug 5, and I wish your family belated congratulations.
Gingertop51
East Ayrshire, UK2 contributions
Is there parking at the Cathedral?
David M
Glasgow62 contributions
There is parking at the rear one belonging to the church and the St Enoch centre car park is next to it also and at the bottom of Howard St there is parking also
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