2008

NZ2742 : The Sanctuary Knocker

taken 17 years ago, near to Durham, County Durham, England

This is 1 of 3 images, with title starting with The Sanctuary in this square
The Sanctuary Knocker
The Sanctuary Knocker
In the Middle Ages, the cathedral provided a refuge for fugitives. Anyone who committed a serious offence could claim sanctuary by knocking on this door. The fugitives were given 37 days to organise their affairs. They had to decide whether to stand trial or leave the country by the nearest port.

NOTE: This knocker is a replica, the original is inside the cathedral.

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Category: Architectural detail > Doors
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Nick Mutton 01329 000000   (more nearby)
Date Taken
Friday, 29 August, 2008   (more nearby)
Submitted
Wednesday, 15 October, 2008
Subject Location
OSGB36: geotagged! NZ 27311 42173 [1m precision]
WGS84: 54:46.4243N 1:34.6185W
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