Guided tour of Hull Minster's stained glass windows led by resident expert David Elgey.
David Elgey is leading a tour of the stained glass windows at Hull Minster on Saturday 7 November, and it's one of those things that's easy to walk past a hundred times without ever really seeing. The Minster is the city's most historic building, and while most of us know it as a landmark of the skyline, the glass inside tells a whole different story. Elgey is the Minster's resident expert, and this is his flagship tour of the windows, so it's the one to go for if you want the full picture rather than a quick glance.
He'll take you through the building, stopping at the most striking windows to talk through the stories and the symbolism behind them. It's not just about what's depicted, but why it's there and how it fits into the wider narrative of the place. If you've ever looked up and wondered what the figures are actually doing or why a particular scene was chosen, this is where you'll get the answers. It's a guided walk through the glass, so you'll be on your feet and moving around the space rather than sitting in one spot.
It's a good way to spend a Saturday morning, especially if you're interested in the city's history. The Minster has a long architectural and civic life behind it, and the windows are a big part of that. Elgey knows the building inside out, so you're getting the inside track from someone who lives and breathes the place.
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The tour runs from 11:00 to 12:30, and it's not a one-off — there are later dates on 12 December and 19 December too, so if you can't make the November one, you've got two more chances before the end of the year. Tickets are £5.00 each, and the tour is held at Hull Minster, South Church Side, Hull, HU1 2JJ.
