St. Cuthberts Church Fishlake

St. Cuthberts Church Fishlake

This magnificent church reflects the former prosperity of Fishlake village.  Built by the Normans in the 12th century and dedicated to St. Cuthbert, it is reputed that his body rested here on its way to burial.  His bones were carried by his faithful monks for seven years over a wide district between the Humber and the Tweed in order to escape the Danish pagans.  The south-west doorway is the pride of the church and is perhaps the most lavishly decorated in Yorkshire.  The tower belongs to the reign of Edward IV (1461-83) who is represented in the two badges on the south side, one a rose surmounted by a royal crown and the other a falcon standing on a fetterlock.  The figure of St. Cuthbert is represented on the west side in the canopied niche, as usual with the head of St. Oswald in his hand.

Courtesy of john@jdeeney.freeserve.co.uk and the Fishlake Cricket Club.

Last updated on 7/24/2009 | 10:54:52 AM

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