Julian's Bower

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Alkborough, England DN15 9JN

Julian's Bower is a historic turf-cut maze located in Alkborough, North Lincolnshire, overlooking the confluence of the River Ouse and River Trent. This 12-meter labyrinth, first recorded in 1697, is steeped in mystery and folklore, with various theories regarding its origins, including connections to ancient legends and early Christian symbolism.

The maze has played a significant role in the local community, with games traditionally held here on May Eve until the 19th century. Nearby, the local church features copies of the maze, further highlighting its cultural importance and historical significance in the region.

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Look at a photo, great no need to bother now.
8/20/2024

Calling this an attraction is a bit rich. Fancy cut bit of turf in someone's back garden, bit of a v...

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One of only eight turf mazes in the country
2/10/2024

Strictly speaking, this isn't a maze, but a unicursal Labyrinth which follows a single route to the ...

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Interesting Labyrinth
10/3/2023

Quirky labyrinth, currently in need of a bit of a tidy up, Small, but perfectly formed! No refreshme...

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