St Julian’s, Norwich

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St Julian's Alley , Norwich, NR1 1QD

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St Julian's Church, one of the oldest churches in the city, was largely destroyed by bombing in 1942 and was rebuilt in 1953. It is very much alive and well used, as it houses the Shine of the great C14 mystic Julian of Norwich who spent much of her life living and praying here. Highlights of the building include a Norman doorway, a fine C15 font, stained glass by King of Norwich and an early C20 reredos. Gifts, books, hospitality and amenities are available in the Julian Centre next door to the church, open 10.30am to 3.30 pm Monday to Saturday. The church is along the Norwich "Nooks and Crannies" - Walk B trail.

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Julian of Norwich

Julian of Norwich is the first known named female author in the English language. Her bold writings bring her visions and theology to life, and wholeheartedly proclaim the loving nature of God. Julian was born around 1343 in Norwich and lived through the Black Death, the Peasants' Revolt and the persecution of the Lollards (a Protestant group advocating for the reform of Christianity). At this time Norwich was an key centre of agriculture and commerce. It was also a vibrant religious hub; a map depicting the city in 1300 features no fewer than 61 churches. Julian represents the dawning of Norwich's long literary tradition which was recognised in 2012 when the city was designated a UNESCO City of Literature.

Round-Towered Churches of Norfolk

Norfolk is famed for its great number of medieval churches. Many of these parish churches have a distinctive feature hardly seen outside this region: a round tower.

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