And wouldn't know now were it not for a bunch of schoolchildren huddled in the market square listening to their teacher and taking notes, some took photos and a couple were sketching. Sketching what? The library wall, I should mention that the library used to be the town hall for hundreds of years before falling into disuse then a few years ago converting to a library and coffee shop but keeping all its architecture in place.
Anyway I went to where the kids had been, out of curiosity, and snapped the 'market 1153 sign'. I'd never heard of King Stephen or, not surprisingly, the Bishop although I know the town was considered very important in its heyday because of its central location and its magnificent cathedral reflected that fact.I looked around the library and a few other places I pass regularly and found more plaques which where interesting (to me) snippets of information. The one about 'no wagons carts & cattle allowed' on the public walkway to the cathedral amused me but the funniest was the last one which some wag had added to the wall of their eating house, 1782.
Anybody else got any signs, notices, plaques in their local towns which they pass by regularly and hardly even know they're there?
Stay safe.
Have a fun weekend.
Ronnie
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8 comments:
Oh wow, so fascinating Ronnie, thank you for sharing. England has such a rich and interesting history and I just love the old buildings, cathedrals etc.
It's amazing the treasures that are right under our noses that we miss. A lesson to explore your own back yard more often.
Hugs
Roz
Rosa and I are history geeks and visit all sorts of places for their historical merit, even noticing great stuff in the least likely places.
The last sign reminded me of Monty Python's "Ralph Mellish" skit revolving around a grisly murder that didn't happen.
You just can't beat England for a rich history! But I think I like the last sign the best.
We have loads of historical plaques around town, but I wouldn't be surprised if they get removed since all our historical ancestors seem to have also been slave owners or cruel to indigenous people or anything else that was common in those times but not acceptable today.
Hugs,
Hermione
For many years, and still today, the town of Picayune, MS, has a sign along the road that says, "Jesus Christ is Lord of Picayune." Not sure everyone in town believes it, but surely many do.
I love that last one. I shall have to look around a bit more for signs here... I've never paid much attention.
Fun discovery. Thanks for sharing. What I love about traveling, is simply you never know what you might find around the next corner.
bottoms up
Red
Roz - I agree Roz, we should explore more of our areas. Thanks.
Kdpierre - I had to Google MP's Ralph Mellis, I see what you mean. Thanks.
PK - We do have a history and I should know more about it. Thanks.
Hermione- I'm surprised that they haven't been removed by now. Takes time though I suppose. Thanks.
Anonymous - I'm sure not everyone. Thanks.
Fondles - The last one my favourite. Let us know if you find any in your area Thanks.
Red - Thanks. Oh to be travelling climes. Next year hopefully.
Love,
Ronnie
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