Cathedrals of Britain - Worcester - Worcester Cathedral has been a place of prayer and worship since 680 AD. The present building was begun in 1084. In recent years there has been a whole programme of renovation. The Cathedral overlooks the River Severn. Its many attractions include: King John's Tomb, Prince Arthur's Chantry, the early 12th century Chapter House and St Wulstan's Crypt.- ?TopFoto / Woodmansterne