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Bury St Edmunds Abbey 24654_035
Filename: 24654_035.jpg
Size: 4992 x 3328 (4.1MB)
Date: 10th January 2023
Source: Historic England
Credit: Damian Grady ©English Heritage
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Job Title: Photographer
© Historic England Archive
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Bury St Edmunds Abbey 24654_035
The Abbey ruins, Bury St Edmunds, St. Edmundsbury, Suffolk, 2007
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In the heart of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, lies the majestic ruins of Bury St Edmunds Abbey, a testament to the rich history and religious significance of this ancient town. This evocative image, captured by Damian Grady for Historic England in 2007, offers a unique perspective of the abbey ruins from an aerial view. The photograph showcases the urban landscape of Bury St Edmunds, with the abbey towering above the modern buildings, a stark reminder of the medieval past. The Abbey of St Edmund, founded in the 11th century, was once a significant pilgrimage site and the burial place of St Edmund, the patron saint of East Anglia. The ruins that remain today are a result of the Dissolution of the Monasteries in the 16th century, when the abbey was dismantled and its stones were used to build local houses and roads. The photograph reveals the intricate details of the abbey's architecture, including the impressive gatehouse and the towering abbey tower. The gatehouse, with its ornate carvings and intricate stonework, once served as the entrance to the abbey for pilgrims and visitors. The tower, which stands tall and proud, is all that remains of the once magnificent abbey church. The ruins of Bury St Edmunds Abbey continue to be an important cultural and historical site, attracting visitors from around the world. The photograph by Damian Grady not only captures the beauty and grandeur of the abbey ruins but also the enduring spirit of this historic town. The image invites us to reflect on the past and appreciate the rich heritage that continues to shape our world today.
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