Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral Reviews Summary

Architecture & Design

Pros:

• "An amazing, impressive design! As you approach it via the steps you realise just how big this building really is!"
• "The stained glass is superb, especially when the sun is shining."
• "Modernist architecture, less than 60 years old."
• "The huge crown of thorns hanging in the centre of the cathedral is a work of art."
• "The roof is a beautiful mosaic of glass and the altar is superb."
• "It's quite amazing. A roof over so vast a space without a pillar or column."
• "Beautiful design. Especially appreciated the way on which the stained glass creates patterns in the cathedral."

Cons:

• "Can't understand how it received planning permission."
• "Although it looks ugly from the outside, this cathedral shines bright from the inside."
• "The buildings oozes liberal theology and modernism unfortunately."
• "I can appreciate the beauty of the place and it's architectural design but I personally prefer a more traditional church."
• "For my personal opinion, cathedral too modern, prefer more older architecture."
• "I would label this as disaster and have it ripped down(sorry) But in standards of church architecture, it is low."
• "Not sure I like the outside but breath taking inside."

Atmosphere & Spirituality

Pros:

• "Great spiritual space with older crypt and modern topside cathedral."
• "Beautiful colourful artwork and images throughout which supports quiet reflection and prayer."
• "A tranquil and peaceful place that makes you feel calm."
• "Anyone would love it for its architecture but I loved the place for its relaxed atmosphere as most religious places should be!"
• "The feeling of peace envelops you as you walk through the door."
• "Peaceful and spiritual."
• "As a house of God, this place takes some beating."

Cons:

• "If you're looking to visit a modern auditorium devoid of any warmth or atmosphere - this is your kind place."
• "The place is littered with people filming even during Mass which is irreverent and distracting."
• "However, if you're looking for a place of worship that expresses the beauty, permanence and transcendence of Catholicism, you'll have to look somewhere else."
• "It had become a tourist attraction and can feel less than peaceful at times."
• "Church is dominated by concrete pillars and which is displayed by. Bland grey."
• "The stations of the cross are a tad strange."
• "Sadly due to safety concerns there is a net underneath the central stained glass spire."

Accessibility & Facilities

Pros:

• "Entrance to the Cathedral is free but it is worth £3 to go down into the crypt."
• "Photography is allowed inside."
• "There is a lift as well as stairs to go down to the cafe and toilets."
• "Also has own P & D carpark and smart gift shop / Cafe."
• "Parking underneath available £5 all day until 6pm. Toilets free too."
• "For those with mobility limitations there are lifts to the various levels, so don't be put off by the huge tower of stairs leading to the doors."
• "Public toilets are well sign posted and all are welcome to this magnificent building."

Cons:

• "The bouncers are too aggressive towards visitors and can be quite rude and abrupt."
• "It's easy to miss the crypt because its size and contents are not very openly advertised."
• "We had a 3 year old asleep in the pram so had to do a longer walk around the side to access the lift which wasn't signposted."
• "We came to the Clatterbridge Christmas concert last night - a very worthy cause, but was disappointed at being 'ripped off' in the Cathedral car park."
• "If you wish to enter the crypt is £5 soon add up if you wanted to take the kids."
• "This building is unnecessary expense, the money should have been spent on the homeless."
• "If u struggle with walking this is not the place for u as it has a lot of steeps at the front."