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Much of Ely cathedral was built in the Norman period but the Lady Chapel was built in 1321-1349 in the Decorated style and the octagonal tower...
Continued Below Added: 22nd Aug 2007 by Diane Earl
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(pictured) was built 1322-1328 after the original crossing tower collapsed in 1322. This central octagon rises from the whole breadth of the building and towers up until its roof, a wooden lantern, forms the only Gothic dome in existence.
Subjects: History
Key Stages: KS1, KS2, KS3, KS4, KS4+ Learning Groups: Teachers, Parents, Pupils, Others |
