What a fantastic day we had visiting Selby Abbey! Selby
Abbey was the first monastery to be founded in the North after the Norman
conquest, survived the Reformation and stands to this day as a parish church.
It is steeped with beautiful artwork, amazing architecture, awe- inspiring
religious features and has a remarkable history.
The Reverend Canon
John Weetman took us on a journey through time to an age when monks inhabited
the Abbey and we listened to their voices echoing through the Nave. He told us about the origins of the building
and the story of St Germain and the monk Benedict. We explored the resurrection
chapel, the High Stewards stall and even the Chancel. The Reverend explained the importance of the
font and its position at the West Door and how the Jesse Window (thought of as
the second finest window in England) depicts the family tree of Jesus. One of
us even got to dress as a monk! We spent time sketching, investigating the
‘leper’s squint’ and were challenged to count all the crosses in this
magnificent building.
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