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Southwell Minster
This is one of England’s loveliest cathedrals. With its majestic Norman nave and glorious 13 th
century Chapter House, it is one of the least known jewels in the crown of Nottinghamshire. In
965 a Minster church was first established. The Normans decided to rebuild it in 1108 and the
work was completed by approximately 1150.
During the Civil War, the building was damaged by Scottish troops, who completely vandalized
the Archbishops Palace. In 1881, the Minsters distinctive ‘Pepperpots’ (pyramidal spires of lead),
unique in the UK, were added to the west towers.
Children will enjoy hunting for the mysterious
‘Green Men’ faces among the carved stone foliage of
the Chapter House and the ten carved mice created
by modern craftsman, Robert Thompson.
The Archbishops Palace and the recently created
Education Garden
are an exciting new
visitor attraction
adjacent to Southwell
Minster. The Palace
as we see it today
dates from the 14 th century and the ruined part can be admired upclose
for the first time from the Education Garden.
With a rich heritage the State Chamber now makes an excellent
and flexible resource space for wedding receptions, exhibitions,
conferences, social gatherings and committee events. Access is via
a lift, and newly installed kitchens allows for a much expanded list
of potential uses. Flexible interpretation within the State Chamber
engages and informs visitors.
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