077 - This parish church has a long and complex history. It is thought to have once been the site of a Saxon church. Later the Saxon church was replaced by a Benedictine Priory whose construction began in 1089.
Today it is a very welcoming parish church. At the west end of the nave is a fascinating exhibition about the priory and the lives of the monks, which is well worth a visit.
The exterior is surrounded by buildings, making it difficult to photograph, but the approach to the entrance gives an interesting viewpoint.
Thank you - it's a fascinating building, and there is a fascinating exhibition at the west end of the nave covering much of it's history. There is also a small but lovely modern sculpture of the Trinity in the nave, which I want to get a photo of when I get chance
Thank you, and I agree, old buildings are a great subject. We are very fortunate in York to have so many. I'm trying to pick out some of the ones less likely to be seen by visitors
Thank you Marie. I love the buildings here that are built of limestone. It's a lovely stone, and when (or if?) the sun shines, it develops a lovely warm quality. Perhaps one day the sun will return, and I can illustrate the effect for you!
Thank you Lisa - it's a lovely building to explore
Thank you - but not quite picture postcard - for that I needed sunshine and a bright blue sky! lol
Thank you - it's a fascinating building, and there is a fascinating exhibition at the west end of the nave covering much of it's history. There is also a small but lovely modern sculpture of the Trinity in the nave, which I want to get a photo of when I get chance
Thank you, and I agree, old buildings are a great subject. We are very fortunate in York to have so many. I'm trying to pick out some of the ones less likely to be seen by visitors
Thank you Marie. I love the buildings here that are built of limestone. It's a lovely stone, and when (or if?) the sun shines, it develops a lovely warm quality. Perhaps one day the sun will return, and I can illustrate the effect for you!