Dartmouth St Saviour Church, Dartmouth, South Devon

Dartmouth St Saviour Church, Dartmouth, South Devon

Chaucer's Canterbury Tales

St Saviour's Church dominates the skyline in the lower section of Dartmouth by Dartmouth Harbour. The narrow streets around the church are lined with beautiful buildings. Whilst exploring the area, visit the church to discover more about it's connection to one of the great works of world literature.

'Of particular interest is the large memorial brass to John Hawley, believed to be Chaucer's 'Shipman' in the Canterbury Tales as well as the major donor of funds to construct the building and (in)famous local politician.' (St Saviour's Church website)

 

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