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A rather large and misshapen church entered by an irregular west tower - the result of French raids of 1380 and later neglect. The whole church was given a sympathetic restoration in 1925 when many of the Victorian alterations were softened. The medieval altar slab in the sanctuary still shows its consecration crosses, whilst nearby is a fine collection of thirteenth century floor tiles. A fine Royal Arms and a set of text boards add to the character of the church. Interesting modern stained glass shows Horne's Place chapel with an electricity pylon in the bottom corner! Another, especially fine, window of twentieth century date shows the neighbouring parish church of Fairfield.

 

 

Church Data

 

1851 Census Details

 

Seating Capacity: 319

Morning Attendance: No service

Afternoon Attendance: 143

Evening Attendance: No service

 

Architecture Details

 

Original Build Date/Architect: Medieval

Restoration: -

Second Restoration: -

 

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