Keeping an eye out
Introduction
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Keeping an eye out
Image: © Neil Owen Taken: 14 Sep 2013
The interior of St James includes this fine 'oculus' - the small circular window at the top of the west wall. It was originally a window that the clergy would look out of to observe their flock. These days the former Benedictine Priory has changed quite a lot and some of the features have gone. Fortunately, this oculus remains (albeit stained); it is thought to be the oldest example in Britain. See Image] for the outside view.
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Image Location
Latitude
51.458613
Longitude
-2.593382