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Annesley Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire, 2021. The remains of Annesley Hall, which suffered a fire in 1997, and the roofless ruin of All Saints Church. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England Archive
Media ID 28351764
Filename: 35048_019.jpg
Size: 7360 x 4912 (12.7MB)
Date: 11th November 2022
Source: Historic England
Credit: © His toric England Archive. Dam
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: His toric England Archive
Owner URL: https ://images .his toricenglands ervices .org.uk/
Job Title: Photographer
Church Country House Derelict Gatehouse Ruin
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This aerial photograph, captured by the talented Damian Grady, showcases the haunting beauty of Annesley Hall and All Saints Church in Annesley Woodhouse, Nottinghamshire. The image transports us to a moment frozen in time, where we witness the remnants of history standing proudly amidst nature's embrace. Annesley Hall, once a magnificent country house that exuded grandeur and elegance, now stands as a testament to both its former glory and tragic demise. Ravaged by fire in 1997, its skeletal remains evoke a sense of melancholy yet intrigue. The absence of a roof exposes the inner chambers to the elements while revealing intricate architectural details that have withstood the test of time. Adjacent to this decaying masterpiece lies All Saints Church; another poignant reminder of past splendor reduced to ruins. Its roofless structure offers an unobstructed view into what was once a place for spiritual solace and communal gathering. Now overgrown with ivy and surrounded by nature's reclamation efforts, it serves as an eerie backdrop against which stories from generations past unfold. As we gaze upon this scene through Grady's lens, our imagination is ignited with tales untold - whispers carried on gentle breezes recounting lives lived within these walls and prayers offered under its sacred arches. This print is not just an artistic composition but also an invitation to reflect on the transient nature of human existence and appreciate how even in ruinous states, these structures continue to hold their own unique charm.
