The Chapel
A beautiful, little charming 16th century chapel
sits to the south-west of Drum Castle. It is almost hidden in a copse of yews
and hollies. The style of the chapel reflects the preference of the Irvine
family for the Episcopal Church, dating back to their stubborn resistance to
Presbyterianism, with its simple rites and places of worship, during the
religious wars of the 17th century.
The chapel was restored during Victorian times, 1856, in
memory of the six-year-old son of the 19th laird, who died in that
year and is buried in the chapel.
Stained glass window over the entry door. |
The entry and font |
Entry door. |
I found this little chapel, hidden in the trees, to be very
inspiring. Look for one like it in my upcoming book. :)
Tree just outside chapel. |
The Old Wood of Drum
The 117-acre Old Wood of Drum is the last remains of the
once vast native forest called the Royal Forest of Drum. Its ancient origins
and the rarity of the still standing oak woodlands led to its designation as a
Site of Special Scientific Interest in 1983.
The earliest recorded reference to the Royal Forest of Drum
was in a charter in 1247. During this time, the wood was enclosed as a royal
park, a ditched and fenced enclosure that kept deer and wild boar in and people
out. Those caught hunting animals or birds, harvesting timber or grazing
animals within this boundary were punished with a heavy fine. In 1323, King
Robert the Bruce bestowed the wood upon William de Irwyn, who became a Royal
Forester, entrusted with its upkeep.
A fern growing on a tree limb. |
A twisted and interesting sight. |
An oak with a swollen base. |
Timber from the forest was used in the various stages of building at Drum Castle. Some of the oaks in this forest date back to 1776. The tree
trunks with massively swollen bases were damaged by grazing animals centuries
ago.
one of the ponds |
I loved walking along these trails through nature. The leisurely, easy walk took about an hour or little longer. This wraps up our virtual visit to Drum Castle and estate. I hope you enjoyed it.
Thanks!
Vonda
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15 comments:
I don't always get around to commenting, but these pictures touched me. I don't know why. As if I'd been there and know the place. Now there's a writing promt. Thanks Vonda! I always enjoy your posts and the photo's.
Thanks, Sandy!! I'm glad you enjoyed it and that it touched you. I feel the same way about Drum. For some reason, it sticks in the mind and heart in a warm and inviting way.
That wooden ceiling is magnificent. So are the trees--makes me think of Lord of the Rings. As always, the pictures just draw me in.
Lovely scenery. Beautiful raw stone in the chapel. Wow!
Loved the photos, Vonda! Thank you.
Angelyn, YES, I loved that ceiling! Some of the trees were huge. Thanks!
Amy, both the chapel and the wood were so beautiful. Thanks!
Thanks for checking them out, Gerri!
The ceiling and entry door are fantastic. And I want to take a walk through those trees. Thank you for sharing your trip with us.
They truly are, Ally! It was a beautiful walk. Thanks for commenting!
Wow, more amazing pictures of Drum, Vonda! Thanks for posting.
I want that chair, Vonda! What craftsmanship. Lovely photos and commentary, as always. Thanks for transporting us to this lovely place.
Thank you, Vanessa! I thought you would like the forest.
Pat, thanks! That is a beautiful chair. I wish I knew the history of it.
Loved the church. I tweeted.
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