Lewknor 2005
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Lewknor Chuch, with scaffolding for some major renovation work. The oldest parts are late 12th century. but much rebuilt in the 14th century.


A carving above the door


Looking towards the altar


"The remarkable cylindrical font, dating from the 12th century. It is carved with a pattern of linked roundels, with a Green Man and another face (origin unknown') hiding amongst the foliage. Also visible are the staples previously used to lock the font against witches." - quote from the church leaflet.


Hazel signing the visitor's book, near the altar.


The five-light east window. "The two beautiful Pre-Raphaelite stained glass windows were designed by William Morriss and are dated from 1863 and 1868."


The altar, choir stalls, and east window


Lewknor village school, with thatched roofs, next to the churchyard


Some old houses on the other side of the churchyard.


The village pub - Ye Olde Leathern Bottel


A house in the road opposite the pub