The Cathedral in Hereford next to the River Wye was built in 1079 under Robert of Lorraine. It was dedicate dto Saint Ethelbert the King who was executed by Offa of Mercia in 792, and it replaced a stone church that had stood since 825. Little remains of the Gothic-era church. The central tower was built in the 14 century and much of the church was rebuilt in the following years. The timber spire atop this tower unfortunately was removed. The entire west side collapsed on Easter Monday in 1786 and wasn't repaired until 1904.
Like many Gothic churches, there is a mix of modern and ancient styles. Early English (13 century) architecture is seen in the pointed arches and windows of the clerestory and north transept. Bishop Peter de Aquablanca directed this work in 1260. Decorated style architecture (14th century) architecture is seen in the choir, nave aisles, inner north porch, central tower, Chapter house, and the eastern transept. Perpendicular (15 century) architecture is seen in the south transept, Stanbury Chantry Chapel and the Audley Chapel. The Crypt dates back to 1200. Narrative capitals behind the High Altar date back to the Romanesque style.
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