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Chimneys, Fence & pip,

by Roger (Grisly)
Vicar's Close in Wells, Somerset, is claimed to be the oldest purely residential street with original buildings surviving intact in Europe. These houses were built in the 14th and early 15th centuries and the close owes its origins to a grant of land and buildings by Walter de Hulle, a canon of Wells Cathedral, (Wikipedia)
Whilst taking these images I listened to beautiful music played on a violin emitting from an open window originating from what I assume was the adjacent music school,
As a point of interest, the houses " line each side of a quadrangle which appears longer than it is because of false perspective achieved by building the houses at the upper northern end nearest the chapel 9 feet (2.7 m) closer together than those at the lower southern end " (Wiki)

PiP shows chimney detail and some deterioration of the stone work.

Shot in 16.9 so a large view would be appreciated,

Link to the Wikipedia page, (Thank you Janet )
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131 comments

HappySnapper said:

Wonderful photograph and documentary Roger, very interesting. I love those chimney stacks and an empty street with minimal lighting. I also like the young lad who seems to be absorbed in his mobile as the mid way point of interest. Well taken Roger.
6 years ago

Steve Paxton said:

A fantastic image of some truly great history. HFF have a great weekend.
6 years ago

David G Johnson said:

Thanks.. Roger - all new to me that... and most interesting to learn... // Have a ''HFF'' and keep well..... Cheers from ...> Dj.
6 years ago

Nicole Merdrignac said:

Superbes photo et perspective. Nicole.
6 years ago ( translate )

Peter Castell said:

A wonderful image Roger, I like the shadows of the chimneys crossing the street, it appears only one room had any heating !! I hope you have a HFF and a good weekend
6 years ago

Sarah O' said:

Hi Roger, this is such an interesting shot ! Ive looked at this enlarged to get more of the detail on all the stone work, the long line of chimneys , windows and fence makes for a great composition. you did good here Roger !!! Best wishes, Sarah
6 years ago

Ecobird said:

A fabulous shot Roger. Beautiful light and I do love the tall chimneys. Excellent PiP. HFF and have a good weekend
6 years ago

José Manuel Polo said:

Una construcción en serie. La fotografía tiene mucho detalle y fondo nítido.
6 years ago ( translate )

Janet Brien said:

Totally outstanding and really looks amazing at full size! (the photoshop junkie in me wants to clone out that horrible person, how DARE they be in your picture?! :D)

I really enjoyed looking at this image and thinking about its history. Loved the inset too. Makes me wonder how it avoided getting blown up during the war? (Silly American, I don't know the history of bombings)
6 years ago

William Sutherland said:

Awesome shot and PIP!

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6 years ago

Sarah P. said:

Wonderful relic of a bygone era -- and I happen to like the young boy with his backpack, adds a human element to all that brick.
6 years ago

Pam J said:

SADLY A RARE SIGHT NOW
6 years ago

ColRam said:

HFF Roger
Have a pleasant week end
6 years ago ( translate )

LotharW said:

HFF Roger!
6 years ago ( translate )

Karen's Place said:

This is really great, Roger. I like how you've included the young man too. Fantastic on full screen (as always.) I love all the detail.

Wishing you a HFF and a good weekend too! :)
6 years ago