Whitby Abbey, North Yorkshire
Established in 657AD by Hilda of Whitby (614-680AD), Hilda was both the founder of this early Christian Abbey and also its first Abbess. It stands high on an exposed cliff top with expansive sea views of the North Sea. Like many other Abbeys, it was partly destroyed in 1538 a result of King Henry VIII Disillusionment of Monasteries Act.
Despite its wild exposed location, open to all the elements, what remains standing, is a remarkable ruin that still conveys both the enormous size of and the spiritual being of the Abbey. A location well worth visiting should you ever head for the spectacular Yorkshire Coast
Sunday both the end of one week and the start of another, time to perhaps reflect and of course … as always….
Please Remember ….
Stay Safe …. Be Kind…. Look After Each Other
2nd June
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