Chest Tomb Approximately 3.5 Metres South Of Chancel Of Church Of St Michael

This chest tomb, located approximately 3.5 meters south of the chancel of the Church of St. Michael, dates from 1713 and is made of carved ironstone. It features a moulded plinth and a square, partly-fluted top with corner balusters. The long sides display decorative elements, with the south side showcasing a central oval cartouche that includes two heads, one of which is winged, along with winged putti holding drapery. The north side has one wide and two narrow fielded panels. The short sides are adorned with sunk panels; the east side features a large winged head and festoon, while the west side displays an open book inscribed "Memento Mori," along with an hourglass, a pick and shovel, and a skull and crossbones. The tomb includes inscriptions commemorating members of the Claridge family from various dates and is finely carved.