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Join host Victoria Jenner on an exciting journey to St Mary's in Edlesborough, a magnificent church nestled in the stunning Dunstable Downs countryside. Discover the allure of Victorian art and architecture, as Victoria visits a colourful exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum.

But that's not all - get ready for a dose of fantasy and adventure as we uncover the real and mythical animals surrounding St Mary's. From chalk lions, medieval rabbit warrens to bizarre misericords showing a mermaid suckling a lion, there's no telling what she'll discover! Don't miss this immersive and enchanting trip back to Victorian England on our podcast.

If you would like to make some memories, why not give champing a try? For everything you need to know about Champing™ visit: https://champing.co.uk/

The champing season happens in those warmer months, between March and October, so book now.

Nights in the Nave has been written and produced by me: Victoria Jenner. My guests have been Natasha Podro and her son, Kit, and special thanks goes to: Fiona Silk who runs ‘Champing’, our champing assistants and Dr Madeline Hewitson and Dr Tea Ghigo from the Ashmolean Museum, University of Oxford. Sound recording was managed by Leigh-Anne Beattie. Music by Nick Varey and design by George Allen.

This is a Churches Conservation Trust podcast.

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