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  • Hereford Cathedral

    Hereford Cathedral

    Centuries in the making
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    Hereford Cathedral is a beautiful and historic building located in the city of Hereford, England. The cathedral dates back to the 7th century, with the current building having been built in the 11th and 12th centuries. It is surrounded by lush green gardens and ancient trees and the river Wye is nearby which is beautiful to walk along.

    One of the most striking features of the cathedral is its central tower, which rises to a height of nearly 200 feet. The tower is adorned with intricate carvings and sculptures, and is a prominent feature of the city’s skyline. As can be seen in this photo, the cathedral is particularly beautiful in mist, when the ancient stones seem to glow in the soft light.

    Hereford Cathedral is home to several important and unique artifacts that are worth seeing. The most notable is the Mappa Mundi, a mediaeval map of the world that is considered one of the greatest treasures of the cathedral. The map is made on vellum and dates back to the 13th century. It is a large circular map, measuring 1.58 metres in diameter, and it is considered one of the finest examples of mediaeval cartography in the world. The Mappa Mundi is a unique representation of the mediaeval worldview and it is richly illustrated with illustrations of people, animals, and monsters from around the world.

    Amongst the renowned mediaeval chained library is the Hereford Gospels, which is a 10th-century illuminated manuscript of the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The manuscript is considered to be one of the finest examples of Anglo-Saxon calligraphy and illustration.

    The cathedral also has a significant collection of medieval stained glass windows, many of which have been restored and are on display. The windows depict scenes from the Bible and from the lives of the saints.

    Additionally, there are several tombs and monuments that are worth seeing, including the tomb of St. Thomas de Cantilupe, who was the Bishop of Hereford in the 13th century and was canonized in 1320. The tomb is made of alabaster and is considered to be one of the finest examples of medieval sculpture in England.

    Hereford Cathedral is a must-see destination for anyone interested in history, art, and architecture. It is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit and is open to the public year-round.

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  • Bull by the old house in Hereford

    Bull by the old house in Hereford

    The Hereford Bull
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    The Hereford Bull Statue and the Old House in Hereford are two of the most iconic sights in the city. The Hereford Bull Statue is a life-sized bronze statue of a Hereford bull that was donated to the city in 2012 by Clive Richards and designed by the architect Brian Alabaster. The statue stands in front of the Old House, a timber-framed Black and White House Museum at the eastern end of High Town. The statue, which stands 1.6m high, has become a popular spot for tourists to visit and take photos.

    The Old House is a Grade I listed building and is believed to be the oldest surviving timber-framed house in England. It was originally built during the 15th-century and was once the family home of the influential Chandos family. Starting life as a butcher’s home and shop and finishing its commercial life in the hands of Lloyds Bank in the late 1920s.

    The house has been carefully restored and since 1929 it has been a fascinating museum giving an insight into daily life in Jacobean times. It is furnished in period style with an internationally important collection of English oak furniture and there are interesting pieces in every. It is filled with historic artefacts and displays that tell the story of the city, its people and its culture.

    Both the Hereford Bull Statue and the Old House are important symbols of the city’s heritage. They both serve as reminders of the city’s rich past and its unique character, making Hereford a truly special place to visit.

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