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Lyddington Bede House J870171
LYDDINGTON BEDE HOUSE, Leicestershire. Exterior view of the Almshouse, formerly the medieval palace of the Bishops of Lincoln. By 1600 the building had been converted into an almshouse for twelve poor bedesmen over 30 years old and two women (over 45), all free of lunacy, leprosy and the French pox. Historic England is the public body that champions and protects England's historic places. © Historic England
Media ID 1216097
Filename: J870171.jpg
Size: 4710 x 3709 (15.4MB)
Date: 1st September 2008
Source: Historic England
Credit: Historic England Photo Library
Source: English Heritage Images
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This print captures the enchanting Lyddington Bede House in Leicestershire, showcasing its stunning exterior view. Once serving as the medieval palace of the Bishops of Lincoln, this historic building underwent a transformation by 1600 and became an almshouse for those in need. The Almshouse was designed to provide shelter and support for twelve impoverished bedesmen over the age of 30, along with two women above the age of 45. However, it came with certain conditions - all residents had to be free from lunacy, leprosy, and the French pox. Steeped in history and nestled within a picturesque landscape, this site holds immense cultural significance. The remnants of its medieval past can still be felt through every stone and archway that adorn its structure. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to an era where compassion met architectural grandeur. The serene ambiance surrounding Lyddington Bede House is further enhanced by a quaint graveyard nearby – a reminder of lives once lived within these walls. Preserved meticulously by Historic England Photo Library, this photograph serves as a testament to our rich heritage. It invites us to appreciate not only the beauty captured within but also reflect on how society cared for those less fortunate centuries ago.
