Peterborough Cathedral, Cambridgeshire
A Landmark of National Importance
The Cathedral Church of St. Peter, St. Paul and St. Andrew stands as one of the UK’s top ten landmarks and among the finest surviving medieval buildings in Europe. The current structure, the third on its historic site, dates back to a major rebuilding effort begun in 1118. Its iconic West Front is a masterpiece of medieval architecture—three grand, asymmetrical portals frame a modestly scaled porch, creating a dramatic and sublime visual experience.
Inside, the painted timber ceiling of the Nave is an exceptionally rare survival, offering a glimpse into medieval craftsmanship. At the east end, the ‘New Building’ showcases exquisite early 16th-century fan vaulting, attributed to master mason John Wastell. Following the dissolution of the monasteries, the Abbey was refounded as a Cathedral in 1541, marking a new chapter in its long and storied history.
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Ongoing Conservation and Stewardship
Stephen Oliver was appointed Cathedral Architect in 2014, entrusted with the care of both the Cathedral Church and its surrounding Precinct buildings—many of which are listed in their own right. Since then, Oliver Architecture has led a series of sensitive conservation projects, ensuring the longevity and integrity of this nationally significant site.
Key works have included:
Looking ahead, plans are in place for further conservation efforts, including releading the roof of the New Building, ensuring this architectural gem continues to inspire future generations.
Read more about our work below.
Stephen Oliver was appointed Cathedral Architect in 2014, entrusted with the care of both the Cathedral Church and its surrounding Precinct buildings—many of which are listed in their own right. Since then, Oliver Architecture has led a series of sensitive conservation projects, ensuring the longevity and integrity of this nationally significant site.
Key works have included:
- Releading of historic windows to preserve their structural and visual integrity.
- High-level masonry repairs to address weathering and age-related deterioration.
- Presbytery floor conservation, where a Victorian tesserae pavement was suffering from delamination of green slates. A careful programme of conservative repair was undertaken to stabilise and protect this important feature.
Looking ahead, plans are in place for further conservation efforts, including releading the roof of the New Building, ensuring this architectural gem continues to inspire future generations.
Read more about our work below.
CATHEDRAL SHOP
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OTHER PROJECTS
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