📜 Medieval carvings in Lichfield Cathedral, scarred during the English Civil War. Soldiers used the faces to sharpen their swords.🔍 These unique marks offer a glimpse into a turbulent period of history.
⚔️ See historical damage from English Civil War
🧐 Gain insight into Puritan disdain for church decor
⛪ Explore England's only three-spired medieval cathedral
📸 Capture unique architectural details
🖼️ Admire fine medieval stone carvings and Victorian restorations
💤 Specific focus on carvings might be niche for some
🚶 Requires careful observation to spot all details
👀 Look for marks on cheek, brow, nose, and lips, especially around head-height on the left (north) side.
🗓️ Check cathedral's official website for event schedules
🗺️ Combine with a visit to other Lichfield attractions
💡 Also see the Staffordshire Yeomanry Regiment memorial, vaulted ceiling, and Erasmus Darwin memorial.
🎨 Stained glass imported from a Belgian Abbey is also present.
💰 Entry is free, but donations are requested.
🕒 Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m., Sunday 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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