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Weather vane, Fontmell Magna
For centuries weathervanes have kept people in touch with the elements, signalling those shifts in the wind, which bring changes in the weather. This simple device has grown into a charming English tradition which can say something about their owners, adding interest to the landscape.
Image: © Maigheach-gheal
Taken: 2 Aug 2008
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Village pump, Fontmell Magna
The village is mentioned in both the Saxon Chronicles and the Domesday Book.
Image: © Maigheach-gheal
Taken: 18 Mar 2007
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Fontmell Magna: postbox № SP7 32, West Street
An Elizabeth II-reign box set into a brick pillar on the corner of Orchard Close. It is emptied finally at 4:45pm on weekdays and at 11:30 on Saturday mornings.
Image: © Chris Downer
Taken: 18 Jul 2009
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Fontmell Magna: the thatched pump
Image: © Chris Downer
Taken: Unknown
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St Andrew's church, Fontmell Magna
Image: © David Gearing
Taken: 25 Aug 2012
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St Andrew's Church, Fontmell Magna
It is not certain what type of building preceded the 1863 re-build. The reconstructed Church is on traditional lines, mainly in Greensand Ashlar. The lower parts of the tower date from the latter part of the 15th century.
Image: © Maigheach-gheal
Taken: 18 Mar 2007
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St. Andrew's Church, Fontmell Magna
Image: © Simon Scurr
Taken: 17 Mar 2007
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St Andrew's Church, Fontmell Magna - Porch
The 15th century South Porch is noteworthy, with its finely carved figures of angels, twin headed eagles and other figures. There is also an inscription dated 1530.
Image: © Maigheach-gheal
Taken: 18 Mar 2007
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Fontmell Magna: the church in snow
Looking up at the
Image from Church Street, the day after substantial snowfall.
Image: © Chris Downer
Taken: 7 Feb 2009
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Churchyard, St Andrew's Church
The church and churchyard stand on higher ground giving a view across the village rooftops.
Image: © Maigheach-gheal
Taken: 15 May 2010
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