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Sulby DMV 33995_019
The deserted medieval settlement of Sulby and associated ridge and furrow, both showing as earthworks, near Welford, Northamptonshire, 2020. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 25269502
Filename: 33995_019.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (10.4MB)
Date: 10th June 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
Urgency (1-8) 5=normal: 5
Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: https://images.historicenglandservices.org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
Deserted Earthwork Ridge And Furrow Settlement
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This aerial photograph, captured by the talented Damian Grady, showcases the haunting beauty of Sulby DMV 33995_019. The image transports us to a forgotten era, where the remnants of a once-thriving medieval settlement lie silently in Northamptonshire's picturesque countryside. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing print, our eyes are drawn to the intricate network of earthworks that reveal the layout of this deserted village. The ghostly outlines of long-lost buildings and streets emerge from beneath nature's gentle embrace, reminding us of lives lived centuries ago. The presence of ridge and furrow patterns adds another layer of intrigue to this scene. These ancient agricultural marks tell tales of generations who tilled these lands with unwavering dedication. They serve as a testament to human resilience and resourcefulness in harnessing every inch for sustenance. Damian Grady's expert composition allows us to appreciate both the grand scale and delicate details present in Sulby DMV 33995_019. From afar, we witness how time has softened the edges and blurred boundaries between past and present. Yet zooming closer reveals fragments frozen in time – crumbling walls hint at former hearths while overgrown paths beckon explorers seeking whispers from history. In this remarkable photograph, we find ourselves captivated by an ethereal world suspended between memory and oblivion. It serves as a poignant reminder that even when civilizations fade away into obscurity, their echoes remain etched on landscapes forevermore.
