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거대한 역사 보물 상자 같은 느낌을 주는 마을을 찾고 있다면 윔본 민스터(Wimborne Minster자세한 내용은 옆 패널을 클릭하여 여세요)가 바로 그곳입니다. 고대 전설, 아름다운 건축물, 그리고 아주 작은 것에 대한 약간의 집착이 섞인 독특한 곳입니다. 마을의 중심부 마을은 윔본 민스터 교구 사무실(Wimborne Minster Parish Office자세한 내용은 옆 패널을 클릭하여 여세요)과 1,300년 이상 동안 서 있던 멋진 교회 자체로 유명합니다. 독특한 "쌍둥이" 탑과 매우 멋진 내부 기능으로 유명합니다. 사슬 도서관: 세계에서 몇 안 되는 현존하는 사슬 도서관 중 하나로, 중세 학생들이 영원히 "빌려가는" 것을 막기 위해 책이 말 그대로 선반에 잠겨 있습니다. 쿼터 잭: 외부 시계를 주시하세요. 쿼터 잭으로 알려진 다채로운 인물이 15분마다 종을 칩니다. 그는 1612년부터 근무 중입니다! 벽 속의 남자: 특정 해에 죽을 것이라고 확신하고 성지 "안"이나 "밖"에 묻히지 않도록 교회 벽에 관을 내장한 앤서니 에트릭의 무덤을 찾아보세요.

St. Giles Church is known for its numerous monuments, particularly those dedicated to the Earls of Shaftesbury. Sir Anthony Ashley's Tomb: A historic highlight is the spectacular gilded tomb of Sir Anthony Ashley, dating to 1628. The tomb features intricate classical columns and symbolism. A curious detail is a sphere at his feet, which has been the subject of various theories, including that it represents a globe, a jewel, or even a cabbage. Ashley-Cooper Family Memorials: The church houses several other memorials to the Ashley-Cooper family, including tombs for the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 7th, and 9th Earls. The 1st Earl's memorial includes a bust by Rysbrack, and the 3rd Earl's is a grand wall monument by Scheemakers. Crusader Effigy: There is a much-restored 14th-century effigy of a crusading knight, believed to be Sir John de Plecy. Comper's Work: The interior is almost entirely a result of Sir Ninian Comper's restoration. This includes the highly decorated screen separating the nave and chancel, new stained glass windows, and the gilded tester over the altar.

19th-Century Gothic Revival: In the 19th century, the church was remodeled twice. The most significant work was in 1887, a Gothic Revival-style memorial to the 8th Earl of Shaftesbury. The 1908 Fire and Comper's Restoration: A catastrophic fire in 1908 destroyed most of the church's interior, leaving only the walls standing. The 9th Earl of Shaftesbury commissioned the renowned Gothic Revival architect Sir Ninian Comper to restore and rebuild the church. Comper's work, completed between 1908 and 1910, is considered one of his masterpieces. He kept the 18th-century external walls but completely redesigned the interior, adding a new north aisle and a lady chapel. His intricate work, including stained glass, a wooden screen, and numerous sculptures, makes the church a "treasure-house of Comper work," as described by Sir John Betjeman.

St. Giles Church is the parish church for the village of Wimborne St Giles in Dorset. It has a rich and complex history, marked by several rebuilds, a major fire, and the patronage of the Ashley-Cooper family, the Earls of Shaftesbury. The church's origins date back to at least the 13th century, with the first recorded rector in 1207. The current building is a fascinating mix of architectural styles due to its turbulent history. 18th-Century Georgian: The church was almost entirely rebuilt in 1732 by the Dorset architects John and William Bastard, who were also responsible for much of the reconstruction of the town of Blandford Forum after a fire. The exterior of the church, with its greensand and flint walls, still largely reflects this Early Georgian design.

Crossing point to get the other side of the bridleway or one of many free parking spots.

Good gravel track leading into the trails around Wareham Forest

nice ride

Quite rideable on a gravel bike in the dry.