Officially the Cathedral Church of Saint Peter in Exeter, is one of the great medieval cathedrals of England. Located in the heart of Devon’s historic capital, it boasts the longest uninterrupted Gothic vaulted ceiling in the world. Founded in 1050, much of the current building dates from the 13th and 14th centuries, showcasing exquisite Decorated Gothic architecture. Its intricate stonework, majestic towers, and impressive astronomical clock draw visitors from around the world. The cathedral continues to serve as a place of worship, music, and community, standing as a symbol of spiritual and architectural heritage in the Southwest.
Wells Cathedral Stonemasons have worked extensively on Exeter Cathedral over the years. One largescale project involved the completion of the famously unfinished cloisters. The work involved digging down to rediscover the original footings for the 19th century cloisters. Doulting Stone and Marnhull Stone were used extensively. Marnhull Stone was used because of its lightness in an attempt to mimic the now unavailable Beer Stone. A wide range of features have been worked on at Exeter Cathedral including tracery, stone buttresses, copings and an exquisite alter.
