The original Church was built c.1100, probably on the site of a
pagan temple. This Norman building still has much early work and a
comparatively rare ground plan of an apsidal sanctuary, quire and
nave; to which a massive western tower was added a few years later.
The Quire was rebuilt in 13thC, and in the 14thC the south transept
and south aisle were added, followed by the North aisle in 1861.
The Deane or Dynes Chapel was added in 1626 to contain 2 monuments
to the Deane family of Dynes Hall in the parish.
The Tower contains 3 bells; the frame and one bell dating from
15thC. The Tower was struck by lightning in 1612, and rebuilt -
partially in red brick.
There is a nice view from the cache location.
[Source:
The Benefice of the Knights & Hospitallers Parishes]
The cache is a small green screw-top container about the size of
a 35mm film can, please replace as found.
First
to Find...
McWomble
If any body would like to expand on this series please do, but
could you please let sadexploration know first so he can keep track
of the Church numbers and names to avoid duplication.