Winter Solstice 2019
Set out for Repton on solstice trip. Ann and myself got pole position outside and entered the church. Quite a few residents were very friendly and looked after us.
They showed us down to the crypt. Although this was quite small (10' x 12' ish) with four amazing pillars it still felt awesome.
Apparently, the vikings (or Saxons?), used to place the whole body in the crypt. Then when all the flesh had gone they stored the bones together.
The crypt was entered on the left hand side, then pilgrims would view the crypt of at least three anglo saxon kings of mercia. Then out from underneath the altar to emerge on the right hand side.
Apparently, the vikings (or Saxons?), used to place the whole body in the crypt. Then when all the flesh had gone they stored the bones together.
The crypt was entered on the left hand side, then pilgrims would view the crypt of at least three anglo saxon kings of mercia. Then out from underneath the altar to emerge on the right hand side.
After looking round inside the church we visited Repton school. They let us roam loose because no school children were there over the holiday. Took a look at the old Priory. Really nice looking building.
The original school was founded in 1557. The school expanded and has its own chapel and now occupies most of the village which has integrated in to it.
A great day to see a part of history so nearby.
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