Old Minster, Medieval cathedral foundation in Winchester, England
The remains of Old Minster lie adjacent to Winchester Cathedral, with stone markers outlining its original floor plan and structural dimensions.
Founded in 660 as the cathedral of Wessex, Old Minster served as the primary religious center until its demolition in 1093 for the Norman cathedral.
Multiple Anglo-Saxon kings received burial rites at Old Minster, with their remains later transferred to mortuary chests in Winchester Cathedral.
Visitors can observe the brick outline of the former church structure on the ground north of Winchester Cathedral, indicating its original location.
Archaeological excavations in the 1960s revealed foundations measuring 2.5 meters wide, providing data for detailed computer reconstructions of the building.
Inception: 7 century
GPS coordinates: 51.06100,-1.31400
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:01
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