Debenham village sign
Introduction
The photograph on this page of Debenham village sign by Adrian S Pye as part of the Geograph project.
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Debenham village sign
Image: © Adrian S Pye Taken: 4 Oct 2008
The shape of the sign reflects the bridge over the River Deben. It is surmounted by a golden ram symbolising the 17th century wealth obtained in Debenham from the lucrative wool trade. The church of St Mary Magdalene stands on the bridge in silhouette, similarly, on the other side is the old Guildhall which was built in the 17th century on the site of a market cross. Wheat sheaves decorate the outer edge of the sign in deference to the agricultural heritage of the area. https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6760230
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Image Location
Latitude
52.22323
Longitude
1.182523