After an overnight stay with friends in Slaley we meandered home, stopping at the lovely village of Corbridge. Aside from the extensive ruins of the Roman town and a great choice of independent shops and places to eat, it also has an ancient church, parts of which date back to 774 AD.
Inside the church, at the base of the tower, is a Roman arch which was transported from the Roman town in about 150 AD. Corbridge was raided by the Danes and the Scots and at one point the only building left standing in the village was the church.
Today, the fine church sits in the centre of the peaceful village, surrounded by interesting shops.
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| St Andrew’s church, viewed from the market square |
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| There are carvings everywhere |
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| Battle-axe, still sharp |
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| The Roman arch, 18 feet high, dates from 150 AD |
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| Tragedy and Comedy |
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| The Vicar’s Pele, a fortified tower used as the vicarage |
