The present Minster dates from the early 12th century but was founded in 956. It is distinctive by the 'Pepperpots' as they are known of the Minster's west front.
 Southwell is England's smallest Cathedral town.
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  Entrance to the west front of the Minster.

  The 'Pepperpots'

Norman carvings surround the south doorway.

Looking down the aisle of the Nave.

  The Quire

  One of the many stained glass windows.

Entrance to the Chapter house

It has many fine ornate carvings

  Many of the carvings are of the 'face in the leaves'

  Ruins of the 14th century Archbishop's Palace.

  The Great Hall.

  South of the Minster is the Bishop's Manor.

  Looking from the west entrance.

Historic 16th century coaching inn, just below the Minster. In 1646
King Charles 1st spent his last hours of freedom here before his final surrender.

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