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The hamlet of Knowlton lies about 7 miles north of Wimborne Minster in east Dorset. It is famous for the derelict 12th century Norman church which is in the centre of a Neolithic henge monument.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

June 2015 - The entrance to the church and henge. The property is in the care of English Heritage.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

June 2015 - Our visit was a recce to explore the site with a view to coming back at sunrise or sunset to get some atmospheric photographs during the golden hour.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

June 2015 - This was my favourite picture of the day, with just a bit of help from Topaz filters!

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

June 2015 - You can see Norman and later architectural styles in the construction.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

June 2015 - The foreground arch looks like classic Norman to me and the arch and window in the background look Gothic.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

June 2015 - The southern aspect of the church. The site is well worth a visit. I have lived in Dorset for a long time and this was my first visit! However, I will be back with my camera.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

May 2016 - A couple of new photographs taken on a short stop whilst passing the site. I hope to return for a sunset or dawn capture later in the year.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

May 2016 - These pictures were taken near mid day.

Knowlton church Dorset Dorsetcamera

May 2017 - A panorama made up from several photos to show the entire earthworks around the church.