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- Bywell, Northumberland (St Andrew's Church)
Bywell was once a thriving market town beside the Tyne, though little now remains except the castle, a Medieval market cross, the Hall, and two churches dating from Saxon times.
The tall tower of St Andrew’s is a magnificent example of Saxon building. Dating from about 850, it has massive walls 5 metres thick, clearly intended for defence; but it is much more than a defensive structure. It is built from a lovely mixture of cream, yellow, brown and even red sandstone and has the small rounded windows characteristic of the time.
The body of the church dates from the 13th-century and was considerably enlarged and restored in 1871. Most of the interior dates from this Victorian restoration, including the mosaic floor of the sanctuary and the glittering reredos.
There is very fine Victorian stained glass, some by the notable designer William Wailes, who is buried at the other Bywell church, St Peter’s.
Inside the church, and in some places set into the outside walls, are magnificent early Medieval grave slabs. They have lovely bold carving, with emblems denoting the status of the person they commemorate swords, shields, a hunting horn, shears and a book.
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5 miles east of Corbridge. Turn off the A695 and pass Stocksfield rail station. Continue over the bridge and turn left towards Bywell (signposted).
Nearest railway station: Stocksfield (1 mile). Bus route numbers 10/416/508.
NZ 048 614
01/05/12
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A soaring tower and spire gracing the skyline of Newcastle
Prudhoe Castle
Begun between 1100 and 1120 to defend a strategic crossing of the River Tyne against Scottish invaders, Prudhoe Castle has been continuously occupied for over nine centuries.
Aydon Castle
One of the finest and most unaltered examples of a 13th-century English manor house, Aydon Castle stands in a secluded woodland setting.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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St Andrew's Church, Shotley, Northumberland
A church high on a hilltop
Kiln Pit Hill, Shotley, Consett, County Durham, DH8 9SJ
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St Stephen's Church, Low Elswick, Tyne & Wear
A soaring tower and spire gracing the skyline of Newcastle
Brunel Terrace, Low Elswick, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, NE4 7NL
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Holy Trinity Church, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
A bright and beautiful city church
Church Street East, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 2BB
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Prudhoe Castle Begun between 1100 and 1120 to defend a strategic crossing of the River Tyne against Scottish invaders, Prudhoe Castle has been continuously occupied for over nine centuries. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/prudhoe-castle
Aydon Castle One of the finest and most unaltered examples of a 13th-century English manor house, Aydon Castle stands in a secluded woodland setting. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/aydon-castle
Corbridge Roman Town - Hadrian's Wall Visitors to Corbridge can walk along the main street of this Roman garrison town, flanked by the remains of granaries, a fountain house, markets, workshops and temples. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/corbridge-roman-town-hadrians-wall
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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Gravel path to church. Slight step into church allows reasonable access.
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