The foundations of Salisbury Cathedral were laid in 1220, and the building was completed in 1266. Later additions included the Chapter House and chapels. The tower was enlarged, including the addition of the spire, in the early- to mid-14th century. At 404 feet tall, spire became the tallest church spire in the United Kingdom following the collapse of the spire at Lincoln Cathedral in 1549.
This is part of the Series: BAR03/01 Norman Barnard: Series of Slides; within the Collection: BAR03 Norman Barnard Slide Collection
© Historic England Archive
Photographer: Barnard, Norman
Spire, Medieval Cathedral, Medieval Tower, Christian Religion
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