Archive for December, 2011
Filed under Anecdotes, Holidays, York 2011
Final Glimpse of York
My final post showing the journey of my weekend in York brings us nicely to the festive season.
The National Trust shop was stocked up with it’s Christmas goods. I made one small purchase… Keep Calm at Christmas
People act really weird at Christmas time! What other time of year do you sit in [...]
20 Comments CherryPie on Dec 20th 2011
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As We Leave the Minster
We look back and wonder at the craftsmanship that has produced such lasting heritage…
14 Comments CherryPie on Dec 20th 2011
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The Processional Cross
This processional cross is carried at every principal service that takes place at York Minster, it was given to the Minster in 1912. The design is based on an Abyssinian cross that was given to Westminster in 1902.
4 Comments CherryPie on Dec 19th 2011
Muddy water let stand becomes clear.
Lao Tzu (circa 6th century BC)
10 Comments CherryPie on Dec 18th 2011
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All Saints Chapel
The scene behind the alter depicts the crowns of all the saints ascending to heaven. It was made by the Broderers’ Guild in 1974 when the chapel was refurbished.
14 Comments CherryPie on Dec 18th 2011
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St Stephen’s Chapel
10 Comments CherryPie on Dec 17th 2011
