he Open Graves of St Patrick's

On the windswept coast of Lancashire, England, there are six open graves carved into the solid rock. These graves are located near St Patrick's Chapel, a ruined building that dates back to the 8th or 9th century. The graves are thought to be from the 11th century, and they are some of the earliest examples of Christian burials in the country.

The graves are all different shapes and sizes. Some are just elongated rectangles, while others are carved in human shape with a distinct space for a head and a tapering body. Several of the graves have carved sockets at the head end that probably supported stone crosses.

The reason why the graves are open is a mystery. Some people believe that they were never actually used for burials, and that they were simply carved as a way of marking the site. Others believe that the graves were used for burials, but that the bodies were removed at some point in the past.

There is no definitive answer to the mystery of the open graves, but they remain a fascinating and enigmatic part of the history of Heysham.

The History of St Patrick's Chapel

St Patrick's Chapel is thought to have been built in the 8th or 9th century. The chapel is dedicated to St Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. Patrick was a missionary who brought Christianity to Ireland in the 5th century.

The chapel is a small, simple building. It is made of sandstone rubble, and it measures about 27 feet by 9 feet. The chapel has a single doorway on the south side, and it is topped with a small arch.

The chapel was in use for several centuries, but it fell into disrepair in the Middle Ages. The chapel was restored in the 19th century, and it is now a Grade I listed building.

Drone Video of the area

I have been informed that the drone flight I took was illegal, as it was too close to a nuclear power station. I checked all of the available tools (DJI geo fencing, Drone assist, etc.), and they both allowed me to fly, so please make your own decision if you choose to fly a drone in this area.