And this Classic this morning.
Timberland Church.
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An excellent thread.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Is that Stalis, Crete? Was there last month
It is indeed.
Very kind, thank you.
These are found on roadsides in Greece on the spot where a fatal accident took place.
There is a name for them which I used to know but the grey matter fails me.
As it's cooled down slightly I thought I'd have a wee spin along some local lanes (2) on the WR and stop along the way for a cup of tea and piece of cake at a terrific little café nearby.
Sadly the WR decided not to play ball and when I got to the café it was closed for refurbishment, poor timing on my part as the notice outside said it will reopen in February 2026.
Not to worry, I'll take the big bike and go slightly further afield.
My new route took me past lane no. 1 which is actually a road.
Sadly the WR decided not to play ball and when I got to the café it was closed for refurbishment, poor timing on my part as the notice outside said it will reopen in February 2026.
Not to worry, I'll take the big bike and go slightly further afield.
My new route took me past lane no. 1 which is actually a road.
I'd decided to visit 2 local churches which though only a couple of miles apart really highlight the different approaches to veneration and a 3rd place who's inhabitants had a crucial rôle in world history which is still the cause of much conflict today. Along the way I'd also stumbled upon something similar to the 2 churches but equally different.
Stop 1 was Brant Broughton, a pretty little village on the Lincs/Notts border. I assume it must have been an important place at one time as it has a very wide main street and lots of lovely houses and cottages which speak of an affluent past. I didn't take any photos of the High Street as it was bin day so didn't look the nicest.
You get an idea of the importance of the place pretty much as soon as you see the church from the lane side.
Stop 1 was Brant Broughton, a pretty little village on the Lincs/Notts border. I assume it must have been an important place at one time as it has a very wide main street and lots of lovely houses and cottages which speak of an affluent past. I didn't take any photos of the High Street as it was bin day so didn't look the nicest.
You get an idea of the importance of the place pretty much as soon as you see the church from the lane side.
Important as it looks from the outside I was still surprised at the grandeur inside. 
There was also a nice little coffin trolley (I assume) in 1 corner.
The date on this memorial caught my eye.
I wonder if young George had any idea of what was happening in Ireland during his last year on this mortal coil?
I wonder if young George had any idea of what was happening in Ireland during his last year on this mortal coil?
Talking of Ireland Cromwell has a lot of other shi'ite to answer for....
I was heading to Stragglethorpe next to contrast their simple church with the extravance of Brant Broughton's but before I left I spotted a place of worship I've not seen before.
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As you might expect it was much more rustic inside.
This indenture suggests it's been there since 1702.
And they weren't afraid of rattling the cages of those they felt had strayed.
Nice little bit of social history as well.
And they weren't afraid of rattling the cages of those they felt had strayed.
Nice little bit of social history as well.
It had it's own little graveyard and, I assume, an original horse mounting step.
Happy birthday, Pooh.
Brant Broughton isn't worth going out of your way to see and it's definitely lacking a nice little café but if you're passing through I'd recommend slowing down and taking the time to enjoy the history all around you.
I understand the village pub is great for food and there's a small, basic camp ground at the end of the village. It's one of the places I was considering for an East Midlands get together a couple of years ago until that idea got superceded by the one at the Miners Standard in the Peak District.
I understand the village pub is great for food and there's a small, basic camp ground at the end of the village. It's one of the places I was considering for an East Midlands get together a couple of years ago until that idea got superceded by the one at the Miners Standard in the Peak District.
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I forgot this piece from The Quakers Meeting House which I thought read well.
FWIW The grand church at Brant Broughton is dedicated to Saint Helen.
'Who's she?' I hear you ask.
She's only the daughter of Old King Cole who, as we all know, was a merry old soul.
'Who's she?' I hear you ask.
She's only the daughter of Old King Cole who, as we all know, was a merry old soul.
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