Melinda's first post
I am a volunteer guide at Hexham Abbey, which I love as it allows me to see the everyday running of this great place of refuge. Historically, pilgrims have visited the abbey for both solace and redemption. I feel that Hexham Abbey is one of the few places in society where you will be welcome irrespective of creed, colour or gender. Above is a drawing I made of the Frith Stool in the Abbey. Frith, means peace and this 7th century Frith Stool could be sat on and provide the person with impunity- a seat of sanctuary! I like the fact that there is a candle placed on the right hand corner of the stool because it has obviously been left there by accident where as the stool is very firm and solid, a permanent fixture. The Abbey could be thought of as a solemn place, but it also has signs of life - the remains of a custard cream biscuit lying on one of the recesses ! I like the fact that the pattern on the biscuit might ech...