There is a mysterious doorway that appears to be a portal that could take you to another realm that is tucked away on the grounds of the historic St. Edward’s Church in Stow-on-the-Wold.
You could be excused for thinking that this entrance originated in Middle Earth given its studded wooden panels, ancient yew trees on either side, and an old oil lamp hanging above it.
It appears to be a portal that could take you to another realm
According to a local lore, J. R. R. Tolkien visited this chapel and was inspired by the entryway to create the Doors of Durin for the Lord of the Rings trilogy.
It’s no secret that Britain’s majestic yew trees have served as a guide for many years and are cloaked in mystery.
In fact, due to their sacred position, you may find the majority of ancient yew trees in churchyards.
The power of trees to grow from “dead wood” symbolizes life, death, and resurrection, which strongly recalls passages from Christian writings. Who knows how old these trees are that encircle this gateway, given that yews can live for over 3,000 years?
The power of trees to grow from “dead wood” symbolizes life, death, and resurrection, which strongly recalls passages from Christian writings
They have undoubtedly stood here during the most significant historical events in the town, even though it could never be proven. We do know that sometime in the 13th century, a wooden door was put in between them, given the oil lamp and the stained glass windows above it, it’s conceivable that JL Pearson’s renovations gave it a Gothic Revival makeover.
Never the less it resembles a scene straight out of a fantasy book! It was almost like visiting another world by unlocking the door and going through the portal.
It was almost like visiting another world by unlocking the door and going through the portal.
Image Credit : Tea and Morphine
Source : Garden of Ghosts
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