Sydling St Nicholas by jaffna1964
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Description
A large part of the church dates from the fifteenth century, with the tower being the oldest part of the building. It is remarkable for the fact that there is a fireplace in the porch, some beautiful memorials, many in memory of members of the Smith family who lived at Sydling Court, and an ancient font. Unusually, there is very little stained glass in the church, probably because of the ravages of Cromwell’s soldiers, but what remains has been restored and mounted in a frame above the entrance to the tower. The Church has been left with the most glorious view through the East window up to the hills above Sydling, a sight more glorious than any stained glass.
One of the most interesting items in the church is the clock, which is faceless, and was built in the late sixteenth century, possibly by the local blacksmith. It is the second oldest church clock in the diocese, only outdone by the clock in Salisbury Cathedral itself.
Comments (7)
lyron
Great capture!! Good job.
artaddict2
nice shot and great piece of history!
durleybeachbum
I wonder what the lean-to is for, nestling against the tower. definitely not 15th century! Good pic!
marybelgium
superbe !
PD154
Excellent shot, I am enjoying your illustrations of the Lords houses, another beauty.
bmac62
Beautiful...from a big fan. Bill
MrsRatbag
Lovely old church capture!