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The Nave, dating from the 12th century and the oldest part of the cathedral, showing the pulpitum and organ which separates the nave from the choir. Notice the wooden crucifix suspended from the 16th century oak ceiling.

There is decoration around the upper and lower arches which is slightly different on each of the lower arches.

 

 

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Because the cathedral's arcades lean outward a stone ceiling would be an impossibility so during the 16th century when major structural modifications were made to the nave the roof was concealed by this oak ceiling, suspended from tie beams. What was then just a structural expedient to counteract disaster is now one of the glories of the cathedral.

 

 

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The South Aisle from near the crossing looking west.

 

 

 

 

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The South Aisle, with its wonderful tiled floor, looking east into the Chapel of St. Edward the Confessor.

 

 

 

 

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