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Scenes of Cleveland, North East England 2. St Cuthbert's Church, Marton, Middlesbrough A quiet church, easily missed in the expanse of Middlesbrough-Teesside.
Having driven past this ancient church for 28 years en route to Middlesbrough, I thought it was about time I called in to visit the ancient church of St Cuthbert in Marton as a tourist! Despite the busy road close by, I found it a most peaceful place to pause with a little snow and daffodils.
The original Norman church has its origins in the 12th Century, though much rebuilt and restored since then and traces of the ancient stonework remain like the zig-zag carved southern entrance.
Detail of the 2nd southern entrance. The famous explorer, Captain James Cook, was baptised here. |
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