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Best approached through the Museum Gardens, this 14th century church, in Marygate, stands on a very ancient ecclesiastical site. Locally pronounced ‘St. Olive’s,’ the dedication betrays its early history as a Viking establishment honouring Olaf, the Norse monarch who embraced Christianity. The local Royal viceroy, Siward, Earl of Northumbria, was buried here in 1055 at the centre of a monastic complex, later taken over by the great nearby Abbey of St. Mary’s.
The church suffered much damage during the Civil War when it was used as a gun emplacement. It was largely rebuilt in 1723. The interior is usually open to the public. It houses a series of beautifully carved stations of the cross, a few fragments of medieval glass, a fine modern font cover, a Royal Arms of Charles I’s elder brother Prince Henry and a memorial to York artist, William Etty.
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Great interior shot of this beautiful stained glass window Trevor, I have not tried interiors yet, still on my to do list
very many thanks Peter
– Trevor Kersley
Great shot Trevor.
cheers Gary
– Trevor Kersley
What a fabulous place and image!! ;-)) Great info too!
many thanks for your comments Stephanie
– Trevor Kersley
Beautiful capture Trevor, so full of gorgeous old windows, wood carvings and stone work! I bet it’s a great place to visit, so full of interest.
many thank you’s Susan your comments, they are fully appreciated and the fave’s also.
– Trevor Kersley
excellent work mate
thanking you mate
– Trevor Kersley
beautiful work Trevor:-)
Thanks very much Julie
– Trevor Kersley