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11. St Martin le Grand Church, Coney Street, York
Only the tower, entrance and south aisle survive from the once much larger church of St Martin le Grand, enlarged in the 15th century, but services are still performed here its now restored state. The building was badly damaged by German bombing in the 2nd World War but enough of the medieval stonework survives and stained glass survives to make it worth a visit.
The magnificent St Martin le Grand stained glass window depicting the life of St Martin that once stood on the west wall of the 15th century medieval church. Fortunately this stained glass window was removed as a precaution against war damage so all visitors to York can still wonder at its marvellous 15th C craftsmanship. The churches foundation probably pre-dates the Norman Conquest.
Five Steps Towards Forgiveness, by Jean Vanier. The church of St Martin le Grand is a most special and quiet place to exit the busy tourist schedule for a few minutes of reflection, especially if the all too typical news headlines are still in your mind. The organ was a gift from the German Government as a token of reconciliation and there is a memorial to people who died in the 1942 air raids on York AND the German airmen who also died. * previous page <-> next page *
* The beautiful and historic City of York is one of the most popular tourist destinations in England and full of locations displaying its heritage. The visitor can explore the old walls, museums, many fine ancient medieval churches, The York Minster, Roman and Viking sites as well as the old pubs! There is plenty of accommodation and places to stay to cover all budgets and innumerable attractions for the tourist to visit in the City of York, all of which can be reached on foot and choices of walks abound. * page updated Nov 10th 2007 * EMAIL Phil Brown * images-photographs-pictures-webshots-photos-snaps of walking around York © Dr W P Brown * Scenes from walking around other cities in Europe: London, England * Paris, France * Dublin, Ireland for a quick pictorial visit! |
