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Norton sub Hamdon ~ Dovecote

Unusual in that this dovecote is in the churchyard of St Mary's Church, Norton sub Hamdon, Somerset. It is thought that it may have been part of a former manor house estate circa 17th century.

Norton sub Hamdon ~ St Mary's Church

Showing its proximity to St Mary's church, where the former Liberal Democrat Leader, 'Paddy' Lord Ashdown was laid to rest in January this year.
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Jaap van 't Veen said:

That's a nice building and so well captured Rosa.
5 years ago

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Jaap van 't Veen:

Thank you Jaap.
5 years ago ( translate )

Keith Burton said:

Oooh, now that's much more recognisable as a dovecote! It's a really lovely shaped building with a beautiful roof and it looks really at home among the gravestones. A wonderfully detailed and clean image Rosa.

I really like the PiP too..............such gorgeous golden light contrasted with the hard shadows. The dovecote and the Church make a beautiful couple :-)
5 years ago

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Keith Burton:

Yes you're right Keith, it is a more usual shape. I was surprised to see it in the churchyard but there is also an Old School House there as well.

Thank you for your very kind comments on both pictures. Much appreciated.
5 years ago

Christiane ♥.•*¨`*•✿ said:

I am always fascinated by your SO old cimeteries, Rosalyn. I suppose that you can't see any name or dates on the tombs ...?
Beautiful and interesting picture !
5 years ago

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Christiane ♥.•*¨`*•✿:

Some stones you can read and some are partly readable Christiane. I do enjoy looking around them and quite humbling to read some of the inscriptions.
Thank you for your very kind words.
5 years ago

Frans Schols said:

Schitterende opname en pip,Rosa.
Hartelijke groeten.......Frans.
5 years ago ( translate )

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Frans Schols:

Thank you very much Frans.
Best regards, Rosa.
5 years ago

Marie-claire Gallet said:

SUPERB *********************
5 years ago ( translate )

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Marie-claire Gallet:

Thank you Marie-claire.
5 years ago ( translate )

Joe, Son of the Rock said:

There are some really posh doocots in your neck of the woods, Rosa. Cheers, Joe
5 years ago

Rosalyn Hilborne replied to Joe, Son of the Rock:

They must have been partial to pigeon pie Joe!
Cheers, Rosa.
5 years ago ( translate )

Jeff Farley said:

A really good and clear capture Rosa and great to see the proximity with the church.
5 years ago

Nicole Merdrignac said:

Très belles photos . Nicole.
5 years ago ( translate )

Ulrich John said:

Another interesting building ! Thanks for showing, Rosa !
5 years ago