Gatehouse at Whalley Abbey prevented access and food for beggars but allowed the gatekeeper to keep a close watch on traffic and security at times

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At Whalley, as at other monasteries, there was a steady stream of beggars and poor travellers seeking food or help, which the monks could not readily deny. Thus, the gatehouse was also the place where alms were dispensed and food and drink given to the poor.

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Size: 4288px × 2848px
Location: Whalley Lancashire England
Photo credit: © Brenda Kean / Alamy / Afripics
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