My entry in this weeks Capture 52 challenge "Abandoned".
This is the remains of the original church at Heptonstall it was dedicated to St Thomas a Becket was built between 1256 and 1260. Following a storm in 1847 the west face of the tower fell away, repairs took place and the church was used up to 1854, a new replacement church was built within the grounds, the new church was consecrated on 26th October 1854 by Bishop Longley of Ripon and dedicated to St Thomas the Apostle.
@365projectorgheatherb Many thanks for both your lovely comment and Fav as always its appreciated Heather, I do enjoy finding out the history of subjects I photograph putting a bit of meat on the bones to speak:)
@Weezilou Yes indeed Louise I suspect the early congregations were working the land only travelling a few miles from home in their lifetime how things have changed over the years:)
@ludwigsdiana Thank you for your lovely comment and Fav Diana as always it’s appreciated, Its checked and maintained in a safe condition for all to explore enjoy:)
