Pictures from a Visit to Wales and Shrewsbury

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Pictures on this page were taken by Anne Dalton who was one of the folks travelling with me.

A view of the abbey church approached from the town. It was rainy when I visited. I got a number of good pictures of the interior where you can see some 12th century stonework, but am unable to publish pictures taken on the inside without special permission.

Another view of the church, also from the front. You can see some of the modern apprutenances. The abbey would be to your right. The next picture shows a small piece of the original wall from across the street.

The stonework at the bottom of this picture comes from the original abbey. This is across the road from the church.

You generally cross into the town over the river Severn which surrounds a good portion of it. The river, seen here in the foreground, plays a significant role in many of the mysteries.

Here we are back in Wales, looking at some of the most wonderful scenery on earth. I am showing mostly pictures of Shrewsbury here and of things of interest to the 12th and 13th centuries because of the Brother Cadfael mysteries, but the scenery of Wales was absolutely incredible.

Looking down on Conwy Castle from the wall of the town of Conwy. Conwy was established as a British town supporting the castle and was part of the occupation of Wales in the 13th century. The castle is in beautiful shape. I took a tour and was very impressed with the care of this historic site.

Another look at Conwy castle, this time from the highest point on the wall, overlooking the town.

This is the wall of Conwy which has been carefully preserved by the town fathers. Though the area outside the old town has built up considerably, the wall has been kept well clear.