2009
TL8093 : Mundford St. Leonard's church
taken 15 years ago, near to Mundford, Norfolk, England
Mundford St. Leonard's church
Recognisable by the French style roof and fleche of the 19th c. tower (built to replace the more conventional west tower which fell ages ago). Originally built in the 13th c. but extensive rebuilding has removed most of the evidence. All that is obvious today is the three light east window with its elegant Y tracery. Inside the church the Victorian influence is very evident. Probably the most outstanding feature is the 20th c. rood loft with a massive organ, carved figures and symbols, designed by Sir Ninian Comper. Impressive, and not as gaudy as his work at Lound, Suffolk. Most of the furnishings were to his design. 17th c. Hatchments adorn the walls, giving some relief to the overpowering newness of the interior. Well worth a visit because there is nowhere else quite like it. In the nave is an interesting 14th c. font.
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