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St John the Evangelist (Salford Cathedral)

York Stone

  • Sedimentary
  • Sandstone
  • Upper Carboniferous

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Just found York Stone in St John the Evangelist (Salford Cathedral).

Upper Carboniferous sandstone, quarried at Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England. Nearest stop: Salford Central.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/4525-st-john-the-evangelist-salford-cathedral/

Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
Paved circular plaza outside the west door.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Geological Age
Upper Carboniferous
Quarry Location
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Salford Central
Address
250, Chapel Streeet M3 5LE
Building architect
Arrol Architects
Date of build
2022
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
St John the Evangelist (Salford Cathedral) — York Stone
York Stone at St John the Evangelist (Salford Cathedral)
York Stone at St John the Evangelist (Salford Cathedral) (detail 2)
York Stone at St John the Evangelist (Salford Cathedral) (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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