Features of The Church
- The Pulpit, a splendid piece of work, was given in 1935 by J. Knight, Esq., of Beachcroft in memory of his daughter. The original stone pulpit was given to Trencreek chapel. The chapel was demolished some time ago and the original pulpit has now been lost.
- An oak Altar Table has been given by Mrs. Stephens and Dr. Stephens in memory of Mr. Alexander Stephens who was Churchwarden for many years. Let into the mensa is the Portable Altar which dates from 1415 and is in perfect condition: there are very few other examples of such an altar.
- The Clock was given in 1910 in memory of the Rev. A. Langford. It is interesting to note from the record of the installation of the Church Clock, that it was dedicated by the Vicar on 4 November 1910, and started at exactly three o’clock, when we are told “The sweetness of the chimes was noted by all with delight”. On the face of the clock appear the Arms of the Langford family. The appearance of the clock is described as being in accordance with the oldest known examples of such clocks, as seen at Hoxham Castle, and Kirk Bampton and Castle Rushen in the Isle of Man.
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