Truro Cathedral

I love this place — one of the most beautiful churches I’ve ever been into.
It’s a neo-​gothic Cathedral, so while it looks ancient, it’s actually quiet recently built (1700 or 1800’s), so it has a warmth to it (probably from the lighting and creamy stone, vs. grey stone) that makes it seem so welcoming and calming.
Check out the Rose windows, the soaring arches, the delicate statues and carvings on the exterior of the building and inside. Get a laugh out of the mini model of it made out of popsicle sticks.
It’s well worth the visit if you’re interested in architecture (you can leave a donation or come in for free), and they’re happy for you to take photos as long as a service isn’t happening.
I don’t attend services here as I’m not religious, but i’m always made to feel welcome by those who are on staff when I drop in for a few minutes, so I would hope that carries over to the preaching (note for those interested in attending services: they’re a High Anglican church).
Although this IS a religious site, vs. a retail one, they also have a lovely Christmas shop tucked into the corner during the early winter (handmade, one of a kind decorations) and the café that’s built out the back offers terrific food and drinks in a really comfortable atmosphere AND at a good price.