Nigel's Photo Blog

  Reenactment at Castle Rising This evening, I am, reprising a one day segment of an extended tour of medieval England. First, we departed our lodgings at 9.00 am and drove for about 1 hour to reach Castle Rising near King’s Lynn just on 10.00am opening. Here we explored this historic castle and had some fun with some of the group dressing up in period costumes. Information on Castle Rising : Dates from around AD 1140 and built by William D’Albini. Ranks as one of the most important 12th century castles in England. Although roofless the structure remains substantially intact. The castle is protected by massive earthworks up to 120 ft high. Over time Castle Rising has served as hunting lodge and royal residence. The castle’s most famous resident is deemed to have been Queen Isabella, the mother of Edward III, following her part in the murder of her husband Edward II. Following Isabella’s death, the castle was used as a hunting lodge by the Black Prince. Has been in...

  Reenactment at Ludlow Castle This evening I am reprising a medieval England tour. First, we left our lodgings at Evesham and drove to nearby Worcester. Prime objective here was the Cathedral key aspects of which are: Construction commenced by Saint Wulfstan in 1084, replacing earlier cathedrals dating back to AD 680. the West End and Nave span work between 11th and 19th centuries. Nave and Cathedral are 180 ft and 400 ft long respectively.The tower is 292 ft high. Story of creation can be found in the Victorian West Window. The Gerontius window commemorates local born composer Sir Edward Elgar. The Jesus Chapel, which is a place of private prayer. 12th and 14th century arches in the Nave. 14th century tower which houses the clock, 16 cathedral bells and ringing chamber. King John's Tomb in the Quire.This king signed the Magna Carta and died in 1216. 13th century stone carvings in the Lady Chapel. 11th century crypt which is the oldest part of the Cathedral and is now a ...