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17005.01.01
Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury, Somerset, England, UK. The tower is all that remains of a church dedicated to St Michael which collapsed in an earthquake of 1275. The Tor has been associated with magic, mystery, folklore and religion for thousands of years. Its terraces have been dated to Neolithic times, folklore suggests it is the home of Gywnn ap Nudd, the king of the underworld, and is the gateway to the realm of Annwn, Joseph of Arimathea is said to have built an early chapel here, there is association with the Holy Grail and also with King Arthur and Avalon.
Keywords: English tall high hill tower on top hilltop above looking over summit St Michael church magic, mystery, folklore religion pagan Christian Christianity Neolithic Iron Age Gywnn ap Nudd Annwn Joseph of Arimathea Holy Grail King Arthur Avalon lgpl

17005.01.02
The tower on Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury, Somerset, England, UK. The tower is all that remains of a church dedicated to St Michael which collapsed in an earthquake of 1275. The Tor has been associated with magic, mystery, folklore and religion for thousands of years. Its terraces have been dated to Neolithic times, folklore suggests it is the home of Gywnn ap Nudd, the king of the underworld, and is the gateway to the realm of Annwn, Joseph of Arimathea is said to have built an early chapel here, there is association with the Holy Grail and also with King Arthur and Avalon. Richard Whiting, the last abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, was executed on the Tor in 1539.
Keywords: English tall high hill church tower angle buttresses square on top hilltop above looking over summit St Michael church magic, mystery, folklore religion pagan Christian Christianity Neolithic Iron Age Gywnn ap Nudd Annwn Joseph of Arimathea Holy Grail King Arthur Avalon lgpl

17005.01.03
The tower on Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury, Somerset, England, UK. The tower is all that remains of a church dedicated to St Michael which collapsed in an earthquake of 1275. The Tor has been associated with magic, mystery, folklore and religion for thousands of years. Its terraces have been dated to Neolithic times, folklore suggests it is the home of Gywnn ap Nudd, the king of the underworld, and is the gateway to the realm of Annwn, Joseph of Arimathea is said to have built an early chapel here, there is association with the Holy Grail and also with King Arthur and Avalon. Richard Whiting, the last abbot of Glastonbury Abbey, was executed on the Tor in 1539.
Keywords: English tall high hill church tower angle buttresses square on top hilltop above looking over summit St Michael church magic, mystery, folklore religion pagan Christian Christianity Neolithic Iron Age Gywnn ap Nudd Annwn Joseph of Arimathea Holy Grail King Arthur Avalon lgpl

17006.01.01
Ebbor Gorge, Mendip Hills, north of Wells, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English limestone rock rocky physical geography geographic feature erosion eroded water collapsed cavern cave soluble dissolved geology landscape cliff steep sided high narrow path footpath trail bottom valley vegetation trees bushes micro climate protected sheltered lady woman person walking looking at nature natural flora bright spring day country countryside pretty beauty beautiful scene scenic scenery lgpl

17006.01.02
Ebbor Gorge, Mendip Hills, north of Wells, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English limestone rock rocky physical geography geographic feature erosion eroded water collapsed cavern cave soluble dissolved geology landscape cliff steep sided high narrow winding ascending climbing going up path footpath trail bottom valley vegetation trees bushes micro climate protected sheltered lady woman person walking looking at nature natural flora bright spring day country countryside pretty beauty beautiful scene scenic scenery lgpl

17006.01.04
Cheddar Gorge, Mendip Hills, north of Wells, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English limestone rock rocky physical geography geographic feature erosion eroded water collapsed cavern cave soluble dissolved geology landscape cliff steep sided high vertiginous winding ascending descending climbing going up down road driving motoring motorcar car automobile bottom valley vegetation trees bushes micro climate protected sheltered nature natural bright spring day country countryside pretty beauty beautiful scene scenic scenery lgpl

17007.01.01
West facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.02
West facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses Chapter House tall large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.03
West facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.04
West facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.05
West facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.06
West facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.07
Detail of the west facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall lancet windows large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.08
Gable and window detail of the west facade of Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The west front was designed by Thomas Norreys and built in the period 1229-1249 for Bishop Jocelin, though the two towers, designed by William de Wynford were added later by Bishops Harewell and Bubwith. The architectural style is pure Early English. There were originally over 400 sculpted figures on the facade. Nearly 300 remain and are the finest collection of medieval sculpture in England.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures many several dozens early architecture architectural style perpendicular towers angle buttresses tall lancet windows large big beautiful fantastic wonderful grand pretty fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.09
Curving stair leading to the Chapter House, Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. A church dedicated to St Andrew was founded by King Ine circa 705, but the present cathedral was commenced under Bishop Reginald in 1180. The staircase is in Early Decorated style of architecture.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted fluted columns black white early architecture architectural style curve curving sweeping transition changing direction rising stairway staircase leading to entrance way in up doorway turning straight ahead junction shapes fairy tale old ancient medieval lgpl

17007.01.10
The Bishop's Eye Gate (leading to the Bishop's Palace), Market Place, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. Built by Bishop Beckington, circa 1450.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building decoration decorated ornate stonework sculpture sculptural sculpted figures early architecture architectural style leading to archway arch gateway entrance way fairy tale old ancient medieval tower turret shield coat of arms bright spring sunny day lgpl

17007.01.12
Moat and 14 th century Gatehouse to the Bishop's Palace, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. Built by Bishop Ralph of Shrewsbury.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building stonework early architecture architectural style leading to archway arch gateway entrance way fairy tale old ancient medieval tower turret defence fortification lgpl

17007.01.13
Ruins of the Great Hall seen through 14 th century Gatehouse to the Bishop's Palace, Wells, Somerset, England, UK. The Great Hall was built by Bishop Burnell (1274-92) and dismantled by Bishop Barlow (1549-54), and the Gatehouse was built by Bishop Ralph of Shrewsbury.
Keywords: English religion religious Christian Christianity stone building stonework early architecture architectural style leading to archway arch gateway entrance way fairy tale old ancient medieval tower turret castellated wall decoration bare tree lgpl

17010.01.03
Royal Crescent (built in Palladian style by John Wood the younger 1767-74), Bath, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English Georgian architecture architectural grand majestic sweep curve splendid regal prestige status prestigious building housing houses columns south southern facade stone wrought iron railings old ancient street scene bright spring day sunny Jane Austin lgpl

17010.01.04
Number 19, Royal Crescent (built in Palladian style by John Wood the younger 1767-74), Bath, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English Georgian architecture architectural grand majestic splendid regal prestige status prestigious building housing house south southern facade stone wrought iron railings old ancient bay trees in pots door doorway entrance brass fittings white painted bright sunny day Jane Austin lgpl

17010.01.06
Royal Crescent (built in Palladian style by John Wood the younger 1767-74), Bath, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English Georgian architecture architectural grand majestic sweep curve splendid regal prestige status prestigious building housing houses columns south southern facade stone wrought iron railings old ancient wisteria in flower purple pretty beautiful street scene bright spring sunny day blue sky lgpl

17010.01.07
Number 11, Royal Crescent (built in Palladian style by John Wood the younger 1767-74), Bath, Somerset, England, UK. House of Thomas Linley and from where his daughter Elizabeth eloped with Richard Brindsley Sheridan on the evening of 16 March 1772.
Keywords: English Georgian architecture architectural grand famous splendid prestige status prestigious building housing house south southern facade stone wrought iron railings old ancient door doorway entrance brass fittings Sheridan elopement marriage white painted lgpl

17010.01.09
Royal Crescent (built in Palladian style by John Wood the younger 1767-74), Bath, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English Georgian architecture architectural grand majestic sweep curve splendid regal prestige status prestigious building housing houses columns south southern facade stone wrought iron railings old ancient wisteria in flower purple pretty beautiful street scene bright spring sunny day blue sky lgpl

17010.01.10
Royal Crescent (built in Palladian style by John Wood the younger 1767-74), Bath, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English architecture architectural grand majestic sweep curve curving splendid regal prestige status prestigious building housing houses columns south southern facade stone old ancient bright spring day Georgian lgpl

17010.01.11
On-street dining, central Bath, Somerset, England, UK.
Keywords: English alfresco cafe out of door pavement people sitting at tables drinking eating relaxing tourists summer day sunny sunshine visitors day trippers West Cornwall Pasty Co Company fenced off lack of space restricted bylaws street scene city centre eye patch pirate wearing tricorn hat sign advertising lgpl

17010.01.12
West facade of Bath Abbey, Bath, Somerset, England, UK. The abbey church was commenced in 1499 by Bishop Oliver King after the original Norman church had fallen into ruin following the bishopric's restoration to Wells. The dissolution of the monasteries delayed its completion and it was not consecrated until 1616. It was restored between 1864 and 1874 by Sir Gilbert Scott and is the last of the great English pre-reformation churches built in late Perpendicular style.
Keywords: English architecture architectural late Perpendicular style religion religious Christian Christianity old ancient medieval building stone sculpture sculptural work stonework figures angels ladders heaven turrets ornate decorated splendid magnificent wonderful fairy tale beautiful flying buttresses spire crockets window tracery people crowds tourists day trippers visitors tourism bright spring summer day sunny sunshine blue sky city centre street scene pedestrianised pedestrian area lgpl

17010.01.13
Pavement cafe with the west facade of Bath Abbey beyond, Bath, Somerset, England, UK. The abbey church was commenced in 1499 by Bishop Oliver King after the original Norman church had fallen into ruin following the bishopric's restoration to Wells. The dissolution of the monasteries delayed its completion and it was not consecrated until 1616. It was restored between 1864 and 1874 by Sir Gilbert Scott and is the last of the great English pre-reformation churches built in late Perpendicular style.
Keywords: English architecture architectural late Perpendicular style religion religious Christian Christianity old ancient medieval building stone sculpture sculptural work stonework figures angels ladders heaven turrets ornate decorated splendid magnificent wonderful fairy tale beautiful flying buttresses spire crockets window tracery people crowds tourists day trippers visitors tourism alfresco out doors bright hot spring summer day sunny sunshine blue sky city centre street scene pedestrianised pedestrian area lgpl

17010.01.14
South facade of Bath Abbey seen over Abbey Churchyard, Bath, Somerset, England, UK. The abbey church was commenced in 1499 by Bishop Oliver King after the original Norman church had fallen into ruin following the bishopric's restoration to Wells. The dissolution of the monasteries delayed its completion and it was not consecrated until 1616. It was restored between 1864 and 1874 by Sir Gilbert Scott and is the last of the great English pre-reformation churches built in late Perpendicular style.
Keywords: English architecture architectural late Perpendicular style religion religious Christian Christianity old ancient medieval building square tower stone work stonework ornate decorated splendid magnificent wonderful fairy tale beautiful spires flying buttresses crockets large big window tracery people crowds tourists day trippers visitors tourism bright hot spring summer day sunny sunshine blue sky city centre street scene pedestrianised pedestrian area lgpl

17010.01.15
Bath Abbey seen from the east over Parade Gardens, Bath, Somerset, England, UK. The abbey church was commenced in 1499 by Bishop Oliver King after the original Norman church had fallen into ruin following the bishopric's restoration to Wells. The dissolution of the monasteries delayed its completion and it was not consecrated until 1616. It was restored between 1864 and 1874 by Sir Gilbert Scott and is the last of the great English pre-reformation churches built in late Perpendicular style.
Keywords: English architecture late Perpendicular style religion religious Christian Christianity old ancient medieval building square tower stone work stonework beautiful pretty flowers bulbs gentile people relaxing lying on grass crowds tourists day trippers visitors tourism bright spring day sunny sunshine city centre scene area bandstand lgpl

17010.01.16
Pulteney Bridge over the River Avon, Bath, Somerset, England, UK. Lined with shops, it was built by Robert Adam 1769 - 74.
Keywords: English architecture three arches 3 old ancient building crossing communication link stone weir cascade lgpl

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