Burston St. Mary's church
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Burston St. Mary's church
Image: © Adrian S Pye Taken: 6 Apr 2007
Burston church lost its tower in 1753 when it collapsed and it was never rebuilt. A small bellcote was erected to house a single bell. Really there is little of interest here but what there is, I suppose is worth a visit The church dates from the 14th c. and the interesting plain octagonal font is coeval with the church. Around the base are the figures of eight saints. For some reason the chancel is barred to visitors by a large pair of iron gates which are well padlocked. Above the south porch are the wonderfully preserved Royal Arms of James I. The nave has been stripped of all the benches and individual chairs and tables scattered throughout. I fear that the church is turning into a village hall and although it is a sign of the times it, and the offensive iron gates, somehow de-sanctifies of the church.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.404956
Longitude
1.140247