St Philip's Cathedral
Cathedral Church of St Philip
England's third-smallest cathedral, in Baroque style, famous for four stained-glass windows designed by Edward Burne-Jones.
Built in 1715, it is one of the few Baroque-style churches in England and was elevated to a cathedral in 1905. Its greatest highlight is four stained-glass windows designed by Birmingham painter Edward Burne-Jones and made by Morris & Co. Rich in colour, they are a leading example of Pre-Raphaelite art. The green space around the church, popularly known as 'Pigeon Park', is a lunch spot for office workers. Admission is free, and donations are welcome. Please keep quiet during services. It is located in the Colmore district of the city centre, about a 5-minute walk from New Street station.
Opening hours
Approx. 8:00–17:00 (except during services)
Nearby sights
- Frankfurt Christmas Market, Birmingham
- Victoria Square
- Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
- Bullring & Selfridges
- Birmingham Back to Backs
- Digbeth
- Library of Birmingham
- Brindleyplace & Gas Street Basin