A lovely Gloucestershire village on the Severn, with a medieval
preaching cross on the green, a Saxon church, and medieval Tithe Barn.
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This 14th century preaching cross stands on the village green.
The Ashleworth preaching cross depicts 4 Biblical scenes. The cross was hidden for many years in the chimney of a house on the green, before it was rediscovered and replaced here.
Another closeup of the preaching cross. The carving is quite good, considering it stands out in all weather.
Ashleworth Tithe Barn - here you can see one of the two stone porches giving entry to the barn.
The tower and south wall of Sts Andrew and Bartholomew church from the churchyard
The north wall of the church features this lovely Saxon herringbone stonework.
Here you can make out the Tudor rose and the royal lion still used in the royal coat of arms today. The 'E' may represent Elizabeth I or Edward VI.
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