Warkworth Hermitage
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Description
The Hermitage is reached by boat across the river Coquet. It was almost certainly established in about 1400 by the 1st Earl. Rather than a secluded dwelling for a religious recluse (hermit), it was in fact probably a chantry, or private chapel, where a priest performed services in return for a stipend. The chapel, with three vaulted bays, was carved directly out of the rock. To the right of the altar is a cluster of worn sculptures forming an almost life-size Nativity scene. The inner chamber was probably a closet from which the earl and his retinue could view the service, as there are viewing slits and windows cut in the wall adjoining the chapel. -
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Link: https://www.flickr.com/photos/15181848@N02/34428492465/
Resource type: Image
Added by: Pat Thomson
Last modified: 6 years, 10 months ago
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Picture Taken: 2017-04-24T11:58:46 -
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