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Posting more frequently @silver-ruby.bsky.social - still popping over here though if I can be bothered with sifting through the bots and fash.

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@creepydotorg

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Wow - I have to visit this church!!!

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The South Doorway of the Church of St. Mary and St. David, located in Kilpeck, Herefordshire, is a striking example of 12th-century Romanesque architecture. This Grade I listed building is renowned for its intricate and symbolic stone carvings, which adorn the doorway. The detailed reliefs depict various biblical scenes, mythical creatures, and figures, showcasing the skill and artistry of the craftsmen who worked on the church. The doorway remains one of the most celebrated features of this historic structure, drawing attention for its unique and decorative design.

Built in the early 12th century, the church stands as a testament to the Romanesque style, characterized by its rounded arches and heavy, solid construction. The South Doorway, in particular, is notable for its elaborate sculptural work, which includes both religious motifs and elements of the fantastical. The carvings likely had both decorative and didactic purposes, conveying moral lessons to the illiterate congregants of the time through visual storytelling.

Today, the Church of St. Mary and St. David in Kilpeck continues to attract visitors and historians interested in medieval architecture and art. Its status as a Grade I listed building ensures the preservation of its historical and cultural significance. The South Doorway, with its remarkable carvings, remains one of the finest examples of Norman church architecture in England.

📷© Kevin Wilbraham

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@LindyLo08277677 @JackieASH1962 Men need to stop it. Women should not have to deal with it.

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@VeganBigBro I've never been to Sweden, but would love to visit one day ☺️

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@VeganBigBro What a delicious looking meal!!! 🤤

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@Irmenberga It's brilliant. All episodes are on YouTube (https://t.co/OiUfA4Fvxe) and the soundtrack is available from Trunk Records https://t.co/CxxWgc7cjb

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@VeganOlive1 @Turtlebayuk @BrixtonBrewery That's a funny typo Olive, no incontinence for me either after the curry 😂

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@Irmenberga @YesWombat I'm a massive procrastinator, not really painting the best picture of me here 😂

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@YesWombat @Irmenberga Love a Leuchtturm notebook, shame I can barely read my own handwriting 😂

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@NoirMJ I'm going to be very embarrassed to not recognise this person, but who is it?

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The lovely complete Anglo-Saxon tower of St. John the Baptist church in Kirk Hammerton, dating from around 950 CE.

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@VeganOlive1 These are made just up the road from me, but have milk in everything except plain / salted 😭

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@TheCiderShedPod What we need is a bit of ergotism in Ambridge to liven things up. Maybe via the pastry from Kenton's award winning pie... just make me a scriptwriter already 📝

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Absolute telly triumph - it totally captivated me, highly highly highly recommend!!!

[𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐧𝐤 𝐓𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐬 @Steampunk_T]

Leaded stained glass spiderweb door

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@djsavage007 @IrkthePurists Maybe they learnt about General Custer at school? 😉

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Apotropaic markings spotted in Shropshire - crosses in the latches of the door of All Saints church in Claverley and at the front gate to St Andrew's in Quatt.

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It's always so lovely to see a sheela na gig - this lady is in Church Stretton, above a Norman doorway of St Laurence's church.