- Stone from the cathedral was used to strengthen the defences of Carlisle Castle. The cathedral dates back to a college of secular canons founded in 1092.
- Carlisle Cathedral Carlisle Cathedral, Cumbria's only cathedral, bears the distinction of being the second smallest cathedral in England after Oxford Cathedral.
- It was founded as a Norman Priory Church by King Henty I in 1122. It became a cathedral when the King created the diocese of Carlisle in 1133.
- Ten years later the king created the diocese of Carlisle, and the priory church became the Cathedral. image of exterior of Carlisle Cathedral. Pic N6556.
- This was a time of great building activity and Carlisle was established as a place of importance. The altar and east window, Carlisle Cathedral.
- Carlisle Cathedral is one of the jewels of North West England and, after standing on the border with Scotland for almost 900 years, it has a lively story to tell.
- Carlisle's imposing Cathedral occupies a central position in the heart of the city's ‘historic quarter'. Founded in 1122, the Cathedral has been rebuilt several times...
- People of all faiths or none are welcome to experience living history, living community and living faith. Admission free. Take some time out at Carlisle Cathedral.
- Carlisle Cathedral is the second smallest of England’s ancient cathedrals and in located in Carlisle, in the north west of England.