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Southwell Minster

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Southwell began life as a Saxon manor, but in the 10th century it was granted to the Archbishop of York. The remains of the London palace of the archbishops of York can be seen next to the cathedral. The present church was begun in 1108, and it remains one of the best examples of the Romanesque style in England. That said, the chief reason to visit Southwell is its remarkable carving, notably on the pulpitum, but especially in the 13th century chapter house. Decorative foliage festoons the 36 stalls and the capitals of the chapter house and the corridor and vestibule leading to it. The botanical precision of the carvings is extraordinary: grace and beauty evoked from cold stone.
Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England

About Southwell Minster
Attraction Type: Cathedral
Website: Southwell Minster
Email: office@southwellminster.org.uk
Phone: 01636 812 649
Fax: 01636 817 284
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OS SK701 537

Heritage Highlight: 13th century Chapter House carvings
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The Granary - 9.9 miles from Southwell Minster Newark, Nottinghamshire Sleeps: 6 Stay from: £300

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The Saracens Head Hotel - 0.1 miles from Southwell Minster Southwell, Nottinghamshire Stay from: £75.00

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Willow Tree Cottages - 9.7 miles from Southwell Minster Newark, Nottinghamshire From: £45.00

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