Proper Norman

After my trip to Birkin I developed a need for some proper Norman architecture and Worksop Priory seemed a good place to begin. While magnificently massive it had signs of being reworked and the views suffered from too many spot lights, which shone green(!) when we first arrived.

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The east end has been completely rebuilt.

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Thorpe Salvin had a Norman heart but hand holding an ancient digital camera was not the best option although it gave the pictures a sense of an Edwardian postcard. The font is said to be the most interesting Norman font in the country but was situated where it was impossible to see all sides.

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The ruins of Thorpe Salvin Hall provided a dramatic backdrop.

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Another "note to self" was to explore the churches in my area more fully; which took me to Tickhill, Ecclesfield, Wentworth, Ossett and Horbury.

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