Post by rogb on Apr 8, 2024 8:00:28 GMT
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Thurstan was an Archbishop of York who retired to Pontefract Priory. This cycle ride takes us to the site of Pontefract Priory where he was buried in 1140.
11s at East Leeds Airport or Sherburn Aero Club (other ideas welcome). Butties preferred (plenty of purchase opportunities in Ponte). Dine al fresco at the castle, weather permitting (toilets and drinks available indoors). If it is raining there are numerous places in Ponte town centre to take shelter. Shorter route back if required
www.theguardian.com/world/2024/feb/03/unambiguous-proof-medieval-archbishop-revealed-as-lost-english-saint
www.english-heritage.org.uk/learn/histories/abbeys-and-priories/thurstan/