... the original position of the shrine and high altar. The box-like aisled rectangular altar was liturgically suitable, economical and sufficient space for architectural design. The shrine itself was almost certainly free-standing and, evidence suggests, it is contemporary with the presbytery, so making Ely of those rare instances where both the shrine and the setting were refurbished together. (Draper, Bishop Northwold and the ... to Etheldreda and the chains he wore were struck off. The miracle was proof of his innocence and he was freed and entered the monastery at Ely bringing the chain...

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