The Living Churchyard

I am often drawn to visit the local churchyard at St. Paulinus in Crayford which is perched on top of the hill overlooking the town with views stretching as far as the horizon.

The 12th century building with its flint bell tower sits in the old churchyard describe as a ‘living’ churchyard where the aim is to preserve the natural ecology of the area.   Whilst some people complain that the grass is left to grow for part of the year and that the graves look unkempt and scruffy  I find this place a haven of calm beauty.

Throughout the seasons if I’m passing I like nothing more than to wander around marveling at this serene oasis while the busy traffic outside goes past unnoticed.DSCF0466 DSCF0465

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2 comments

  1. Beautifully put! How lovely that all the flowers, even the little wild ones, are welcome in the churchyard.

    1. Thank you, leaving nature to its own for the most part encourages insects and birds to make it their home.

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