Original description by George Birch in 1894
In this beautiful Abbey are contained the graves and monuments of most of England's best and noblest men. It was founded by Edward the Confessor between the years 1049–1065; but the principal portion of the present building was erected by Henry the Third, and was added to by Henry the Seventh in the 16th century. The towers were finished by Sir Christopher Wren and Hawksmore in 1722–40. A description of the chapels, tombs and monuments is quite impossible in so small a space. Indeed, more than one visit would be necessary to view all the glories contained within the Abbey. The public is admitted free to the services, which are held daily, and to the chapels on Mondays and Tuesdays. On the other days a fee of 6d. is charged for admission to the latter.
Other observations
The western entrance. The height of the west towers is 68 meters (source). It seems that the camera might have been about 77 metres away, giving a vertical view angle of about 42°.
Geolocation
Subject at centre of picture: TQ 3000 7949
Camera position: TQ 2993 7953
Camera height: 6ft
View direction: ESE
View angle: 52° approx.
Focal length (35mm equiv): 34mm approx.
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Technical information
See here.