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Consecration of the Cathedral
- When
- 1633
- Where
- St Columb's Cathedral
The cathedral was consecrated in 1633. Built by William Parratt, it is the oldest surviving building in Derry.
The church was built by William Parratt from London and consecrated in 1633. It is the city's oldest surviving structure, described as a 1633 Plantation Gothic cathedral. The building is dedicated to Saint Columba, who established a Christian settlement in the area.
Sources
- St Columb's Cathedral Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-16
- Derry Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18
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