Churches in Eastern England Churches in Eastern England. Information about churches, abbeys, cathedrals in the East Of England including Lincoln Medieval Bishops` Palace, St Albans Cathedral, Ely Cathedral, Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Hertforshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Linclonshire
Etheldreda (Æthelthryth, Ediltrudis, Audrey) (d.679), queen, foundress and abbess of Ely. There is something here for everyone. Lovers of architecture will rejoice in the many different styles, blending to make the whole. History abounds around every corner, and the beauty created by artists in wood, stone and glass is everywhere. For young people, they offer a variety of experiences and activities that also support and enrich the National Curriculum.
The cathedral is built on the site of the martydom of St Alban. The hill upon which it stands overlooks the valley of the river Ver, beyond which lie the buried ruins of the Roman city of Verulamium. The shrine of St Alban is documented from early times, and it is recorded that St Germanus of Auxerre visited the site in 429.