Construction of the Nave
Through the generosity of the brick-givers construction on the Nave started in 1955. To mark the occasion, a Great Pilgrimage was organized from the town centre to Stag Hill. It involved representative groups from most parishes in the Diocese as was probably the largest ever gathering on Stag Hill for an act of worship and celebration.
Building work continued for the next 6 years, following Maufe’s design.
In 1957 HM The Queen and Prince Philip visited to lay a stone at the West end to the Nave floor, marking progress. By 1961 building work was not complete but plans were made for Consecration.
The Pilgrimage processions heads down Guildford High Street for the Cathedral led by a group of girls carrying a cross made of spring daffodils (April 1955).
© Surrey Advertiser, 20th April 1955
