Open-air court and pillory

Until the 14th century, it was common to have trials in the open air. This open-air court consisted of three benches, a stand for the suspect, two linden trees and a pillory that was used for lighter offences. The pillory is based upon the two remaining medieval pillories in Flanders (in Bokrijk and Brecht). The benches and linden trees are still present in Moregem, Flanders while a recreation of…