Lackford St Lawrence?s church

Image: © Adrian S Pye Taken: 22 Apr 2007

The church was originally Norman but was restructured in the 14th century and over-zealous restorers have been active since. Nevertheless, it is quite an attractive structure. The 15th century brick parapet on the 14th century tower is certainly unusual. A tiny chancel is the earliest part of the church, being 13th century. In Puritan times, the late 13th century font was preserved by being plastered over, covering the religious icons and they are unmutilated. The piscina and sedilia are about the same date. In the recess is a grinning mask. Against the wall is a coped stone coffin lid with 13th c decoration. Some old bench ends are marked with interesting scratchings and graffiti. Very near to Lackford Lakes, make a day of it, and spend a few minutes here.

Images are licensed for reuse under creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0