saint columbs cathedral

Saint Columbs Cathedral was built in 1633. Stained glass depicts heroic scenes form the great siege of 1688/89. The keys of the gates which were closed against the Jacobites are displayed in the chapterhouse.

Features include audio visual presentation on the siege, and history of the cathedral. There's also wheelchair access but it's worth noting that there are shallow steps at the entrance to chapterhouse.

The 17th century Church of Ireland, St. Columb's, was the first post-Reformation cathedral built in these islands. Traditionally, its foundation stone incorporates a stone from Tempull Mor. Both Long Tower and St. Columb's Cathedral have stained-glass windows depicting the life of the saint. In St. Columb's Park, in the Waterside, on the east side of the River Foyle, are the remains of St. Brechan's pre-Plantation church.