The 13th century crypt contains the remains of around 1500 individuals. It is thought some were first buried in the churchyard and then moved at a later date. A second burial within the crypt possibly took place around 1580 when the adjacent Jesus Hospital was built on what was perhaps an old burial ground. These are mainly skulls and thigh bones which, according to medieval superstition were necessary for the Resurrection.
the bones in 1915
1915 by M D Allen, on Flickr
shelves by M D Allen, on Flickr
shelf by M D Allen, on Flickr
leg bonez
legbones by M D Allen, on Flickr
well worth a visit if your in the area
some more on flickr too
the bones in 1915
1915 by M D Allen, on Flickr
shelves by M D Allen, on Flickr
shelf by M D Allen, on Flickr
leg bonez
legbones by M D Allen, on Flickr
well worth a visit if your in the area
some more on flickr too
