My third church of the day, St Ebbes church which I have walked past many times over the years is a relic from Oxfords distant past looking a little out of place in it's modern surroundings. I have often wondered what it was like inside as it is usually locked when ever I have been in the vicinity today I knew if was open so I went along for a look around
Better reading the history on St Ebbes on Wikpedia
It's outstanding feature is this Norman Doorway
With some superb beak head carvings on the arch
Inside I was suppressed to see music being played
The chancel where the were playing, I cannot say I enjoyed it
The east window
Looking back to the gallery
Roll of honor for those connected to the parish
WWII roll of honour
Robert Whorwood, 1688
Other memorial of interest
The font which I could not tell you how old it is
South window in the chancel
Going up to the gallery you pass these prayer desks
Very near the south gallery
Nice stained glass window nearby
An old bequest on the west wall
Looking down from the gallery
North gallery
West wall with windows
The church from the back of the gallery
The east window from the gallery
These memorials are at the back of the church
The north door which leads to the church rooms
With that I will leave you, Till next time May I wish you a peaceful week
6 comments:
You really got some great pictures of this place.
It looks very modern inside. I hope that is limewash they used on the walls, but I fear quite possibly NOT!
So glad the church was open. The Norman door with beakheads is just stunning and I like the East Window.
Beautiful shots! I love that Norman doorway.
I love the stained glass. The font looks very old.
This Windows are beautiful, especially the east window. Thank you for sharing at MosaicMonday
Greetings by Heidrun
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