Norman

The North Door. 

 Built by Normans* - bricked up by Victorians. Photographed by a Viking.


*Why were they all called Norman? Answers on a tapestry please.

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  1. Unknown4 February 2014 at 19:01

    It comes from "Norseman" (i.e. Vikings), which basically means "north man". Same root word as Normandy - it was conquered and settled by Vikings...

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  2. Pete (The Snaarman)4 February 2014 at 19:16

    In that case, I claim Normandy on behalf of my ancestors :-) P

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  3. Brian6 February 2014 at 20:51

    I thought the north door was bricked up straight after the church was consecrated to symbolise that the devil had been driven out and couldn't get back in....you'd think he'd just go round to the other door wouldn't you....but thats symbolism for you.

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    1. Pete (The Snaarman)9 February 2014 at 13:51

      That's a novel idea.. You learn something new every day :) TNX. P

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