Monday, July 30th, 2007
Chapelfield Gazebo
The area was first known as the field of the Chapel of St. Mary. The city acquired the property at the Dissolution in the 16th century. It was first planted with trees and laid out with walks in 1746 by Sir Thomas Churchman. It was opened as Public Gardens in 1880.
When the city walls were built in the 14th century they enclosed the field of St Mary’s Chapel, part of the monastery which stood where the Theatre Royal now is, hence the name Chapel Field. In this century the gardens that arose are commonly called Chapelfield Gardens.
The gazebo in the photograph is sometimes called a bandstand. But I think a gazebo is more romantic. This was taken at dusk on my way home.
I am many things - a life coach, a diversity champion, a freelance writer and translator, a dog lover, a citizen of the world, etc - but never thought of myself as a photographer. Norwich inspires me to capture snapshots of this fine Norman city. Take a trip down Norwich lanes or enjoy a walk in the park with me.
on Monday, July 30th, 2007 at 5:04 pm:
Great photo. The colours of the sunset are very peaceful.
on Monday, July 30th, 2007 at 6:07 pm:
Don’t you just love it when the sunset creates those colours in the sky, Northbay?
on Monday, July 30th, 2007 at 7:43 pm:
I love gazebos.. This is very pretty.
on Tuesday, July 31st, 2007 at 1:36 pm:
I love them, too! I find them quite romantic.