History and Heritage
Ely has welcomed visitors and pilgrims for over 1300 years. The heart of a vibrant Christian community today, Ely Cathedral offers a glimpse into centuries of English heritage alongside stunningly beautiful art and architecture.
Did You Know
The Cathedral is built of Barnack limestone (quarried near Peterborough). The monks paid 8000 eels a year for the stone!
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