Saint James’ Cathedral

Well worth a visit

This is a very smart cathedral which is open to visitors on weekday mornings. The design is unusual with a very large round apse at the sanctuary end. A special feature is the very large and ornate ...

Need a cushion

I have attended some concerts in this cathedral. Acoustics are amazing but the pews are very hard - it is wise to take a cushion with you.

An attractive Cathedral

This church stands out with its red bricks. At the front door, there is a large cross above the door. There is another cross at the highest part of the church. The ceiling is made of wood. The ...

Beautiful Cathedral

We were here for the Sunday mass and it happened to coincide with a visit by the Governor - he must have heard we were coming! Beautiful church inside with a striking suspended crucifix.

Fabulous Church, best pipe organ.

St James Cathedral is a beautiful church sitting above the central district of Townsville. The organ is the largest of its type in Queensland and one of only a handful in the area. It is played for th...