I've always loved this church. Its rich history and gorgeous building both inside and out. The location is perfect and has an amazing feel to it.The best thing about this church for us is the Dean Jamie and his family (and the beautiful community that attend this special church). So welcoming, warm and kind. You will struggle to not feel at home here. He makes every service memorable and fun and I truly believe will keep the younger generations coming which will be the future of the church. It isn't very often you find a church you feel so welcome in and more so comfortable to bring your children and not worry if they make noise or run around. They've even got a children friendly section at the back with plenty of toys and fun things to draw on. I can't think of anything but positive things to say about this special place.
This place is just magnificent and well worth the effort to visit here ,the grounds are I loverly order, and the inside of this old Cathedral is something to beholdmake sure you make a visit here and if you are lucky enough you will get a cup of tea to boot
Modern looking interiour and peaceful. Centrally located and the city clock tower half hourly chime adds to the experience.
So nice to see this historical building is still well used every day. The story of its beginning are amazing.
Anyone who has any faith at all should not miss paying a visit to New Plymouth Catherderalnot only is it extremely old but the inside is awesome along with the grounds.just say you are a visitor and they will offer you a cup of tea as the folks there are really nice.a visit not to be missedSo please enjoy
This is a must see for anyone who visits us in New Plymouth. Some guests look at me strangely when I tell them we are going to visit a church but always they are blown away by my 'history lesson'.
The cemetery beside the church has enormous oak trees which have been saved by years of great care. The church has been added to over the years and is an impressive stone edifice. It contains quite a bit of local history with monuments to various soldiers and local dignitaries. Well worth seeing.
St Mary's Cathedral is the oldest stone church in New Zealand, and it is steeped in history. It is a very special place, and so beautiful. The buildings and grounds are beautifully maintained, even to the privately owned vicarage which is next door. The cemetery and park like grounds are amazing for learning about early settlers to New Plymouth, or just for a relaxed picnic. In terms of services, there are generally 2 each Sunday morning, at 8am and 10am, and they have many special services also. The 10am services and Evensong feature the full choir, with some quite High Anglican Church liturgies. There is parking in the grounds and across the road. The team here is headed by the Dean, Jamie Allen, one of the nicest and most energetic people I have ever met.
On the third Thursday of each month, Christopher Luke, the City of New Plymouth organist gives an hour long recital at St Mary's Cathedral which is the oldest stone built church in the whole of New Zealand. It is a wonderful venue to hear classical organ music. After the recital there is the chance to partake of afternoon tea and have a chat. Keep an eye on the calendar because Christopher Luke has a number of piano recitals by young talented musicians planned.
I was really excited about going to this cathedral. The weather was terrible the day we went, and the cathedral was closed, however even so the cemetary is facinating with lots of history and lovely trees. Very cool quick visit.