The Windows in the Great Central Space of Liverpool Cathedral

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When the next portion of the Cathedral is opened the two main entrances will be under the tower and will lead into the central space from what are known as the Rankin and the Welsford porches, situated between the east and west transepts. This great central space is one of the unique features of Sir Giles Scott's design, and the visitor on entering by either porch will see facing him three large lancet windows crowned by a rose, all forming one composition, with a total glass area of 1,800 square feet and rising from a height of 51 feet above floor level to a height of 166 feet at the summit of the rose. They are probably the largest stained glass windows in this country, and the making of them was undoubtedly one of the most important commissions in the art of stained glass in this century.

James H. Hogan, R.D.I., F.S.G.T.