The church here is all about the Henniker family. They own the huge Thornham Estate all around the church. Much of the land is open to the public with Thornham Walks being a well known part of the estate for over 40 years.
I was pleased to see the little Church Open sign hanging on the side of the new Lych gate
Large and ornate porch
The church has many stained glass windows, even in the porch - the one below
The text over the door
I liked the intricate door handle
The view down the nave, with the Christmas tree and nativity set still out
Many memorial stained glass windows for various members of the Henniker families in the past
The church seems to have two pulpits - I don't think this one below is used
This pulpit is the one that's in use
Several corbels of faces in the chancel roof
The church still has it's rood screen, with Christmas decorations
This ornate memorial to one of the Henniker family
Memorials go from pre Victorian right up to C20
A very Victorian church - more information here on the Suffolk Churches Website
Back in a few days
Sue
I love the pre-Raphaelite windows. Thank you for the link which is very informative
ReplyDeleteA beautiful church, inside and out. Fabulous stained glass and monuments too.
ReplyDeleteLovely church with beautiful windows. Interesting to see the Christmas decorations still up. The main Plymouth hospital still has the nativity scene in place near the chapel with a little note on it which reads that it will be left in place until Candlemas (Feb 2nd) and commemorates the presentation of Jesus at the Temple by Joseph and Mary. I had not heard of this tradition before.
ReplyDeleteIt was interesting to read the link you provided. The stained glass is prolific and detailed. I don't recall seeing so much green elsewhere, but maybe I'm mistaken.
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