Cubley church stands some way to the south of the village in beautiful open countryside, perched dramatically on the side of a hill whose topography is reflected within by the sharp rise in floor level from west to east, one of the most pronounced changes of floor level I've ever seen in a church. When I arrived late afternoon the sun was setting off the pleasingly light coloured stonework beautifully.

St Andrew's dates back to Norman times at least, and much of the 12th century building remains, most visibly inside where the south arcade (there is only one side aisle) betrays its age with its rounded arches. The west tower forms the main entrance from the roadside, and is curiously embellished with carved shields of the Montgomery family, mostly set rather randomly partway up its north and south faces.

Upon entry one's eyes are drawn to the Norman arcade on the right (and former clerestorey windows, now completely internal since the raising of the south aisle roof) but most of all the sharp ascent required to reach the sanctuary beyond, the altar being place a good storey or more higher than the west entrance. The nave is a light and pleasant space, the chancel ahead is darker and more mysterious, and where more interesting features will be found. There are fragments of 14th century glass set in patchworks in the side windows here, and two large late medieval tombs, one with and effigy and both with carved alabaster tomb chests.

I found Cubley church open and welcoming and really enjoyed visiting, a most rewarding ancient place that's well worth stopping to see.

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Cubley church stands some way to the south of the village in beautiful open countryside, perched dramatically on the side of a hill whose topography is reflected within by the sharp rise in floor level from west to east, one of the most pronounced changes of floor level I've ever seen in a church. When I arrived late afternoon the sun was setting off the pleasingly light coloured stonework beautifully.

St Andrew's dates back to Norman times at least, and much of the 12th century building remains, most visibly inside where the south arcade (there is only one side aisle) betrays its age with its rounded arches. The west tower forms the main entrance from the roadside, and is curiously embellished with carved shields of the Montgomery family, mostly set rather randomly partway up its north and south faces.

Upon entry one's eyes are drawn to the Norman arcade on the right (and former clerestorey windows, now completely internal since the raising of the south aisle roof) but most of all the sharp ascent required to reach the sanctuary beyond, the altar being place a good storey or more higher than the west entrance. The nave is a light and pleasant space, the chancel ahead is darker and more mysterious, and where more interesting features will be found. There are fragments of 14th century glass set in patchworks in the side windows here, and two large late medieval tombs, one with and effigy and both with carved alabaster tomb chests.

I found Cubley church open and welcoming and really enjoyed visiting, a most rewarding ancient place that's well worth stopping to see.

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Tags:   Cubley church Derbyshire architecture medieval

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Cubley church stands some way to the south of the village in beautiful open countryside, perched dramatically on the side of a hill whose topography is reflected within by the sharp rise in floor level from west to east, one of the most pronounced changes of floor level I've ever seen in a church. When I arrived late afternoon the sun was setting off the pleasingly light coloured stonework beautifully.

St Andrew's dates back to Norman times at least, and much of the 12th century building remains, most visibly inside where the south arcade (there is only one side aisle) betrays its age with its rounded arches. The west tower forms the main entrance from the roadside, and is curiously embellished with carved shields of the Montgomery family, mostly set rather randomly partway up its north and south faces.

Upon entry one's eyes are drawn to the Norman arcade on the right (and former clerestorey windows, now completely internal since the raising of the south aisle roof) but most of all the sharp ascent required to reach the sanctuary beyond, the altar being place a good storey or more higher than the west entrance. The nave is a light and pleasant space, the chancel ahead is darker and more mysterious, and where more interesting features will be found. There are fragments of 14th century glass set in patchworks in the side windows here, and two large late medieval tombs, one with and effigy and both with carved alabaster tomb chests.

I found Cubley church open and welcoming and really enjoyed visiting, a most rewarding ancient place that's well worth stopping to see.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St_Andrew%27s_Church,_Cubley

Tags:   Cubley church Derbyshire architecture medieval

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Cubley church stands some way to the south of the village in beautiful open countryside, perched dramatically on the side of a hill whose topography is reflected within by the sharp rise in floor level from west to east, one of the most pronounced changes of floor level I've ever seen in a church. When I arrived late afternoon the sun was setting off the pleasingly light coloured stonework beautifully.

St Andrew's dates back to Norman times at least, and much of the 12th century building remains, most visibly inside where the south arcade (there is only one side aisle) betrays its age with its rounded arches. The west tower forms the main entrance from the roadside, and is curiously embellished with carved shields of the Montgomery family, mostly set rather randomly partway up its north and south faces.

Upon entry one's eyes are drawn to the Norman arcade on the right (and former clerestorey windows, now completely internal since the raising of the south aisle roof) but most of all the sharp ascent required to reach the sanctuary beyond, the altar being place a good storey or more higher than the west entrance. The nave is a light and pleasant space, the chancel ahead is darker and more mysterious, and where more interesting features will be found. There are fragments of 14th century glass set in patchworks in the side windows here, and two large late medieval tombs, one with and effigy and both with carved alabaster tomb chests.

I found Cubley church open and welcoming and really enjoyed visiting, a most rewarding ancient place that's well worth stopping to see.

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Cubley church stands some way to the south of the village in beautiful open countryside, perched dramatically on the side of a hill whose topography is reflected within by the sharp rise in floor level from west to east, one of the most pronounced changes of floor level I've ever seen in a church. When I arrived late afternoon the sun was setting off the pleasingly light coloured stonework beautifully.

St Andrew's dates back to Norman times at least, and much of the 12th century building remains, most visibly inside where the south arcade (there is only one side aisle) betrays its age with its rounded arches. The west tower forms the main entrance from the roadside, and is curiously embellished with carved shields of the Montgomery family, mostly set rather randomly partway up its north and south faces.

Upon entry one's eyes are drawn to the Norman arcade on the right (and former clerestorey windows, now completely internal since the raising of the south aisle roof) but most of all the sharp ascent required to reach the sanctuary beyond, the altar being place a good storey or more higher than the west entrance. The nave is a light and pleasant space, the chancel ahead is darker and more mysterious, and where more interesting features will be found. There are fragments of 14th century glass set in patchworks in the side windows here, and two large late medieval tombs, one with and effigy and both with carved alabaster tomb chests.

I found Cubley church open and welcoming and really enjoyed visiting, a most rewarding ancient place that's well worth stopping to see.

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