Church Of St Andrew

The Church of St Andrew is a mid-14th century stone rubble church, consecrated in 1365. The west tower, originally built in the 15th century, collapsed in 1882 and was rebuilt in 1933 in memory of William Harvey, who lived from 1578 to 1657 and was a physician to James I and Charles I, known for discovering the circulation of the blood. The church features north and south arcades with quatrefoil piers and two-centred arches. The north and south aisles were rebuilt in the 19th century. The chancel dates from the 15th century, with a 16th-century brick east wall and window. The north vestry and chapel were added in the 17th century. William Harvey was initially buried in the family vault beneath the north chapel, which contains 13 notable lead coffins with modelled faces. He was later moved to a large Carrara marble sarcophagus, repaired by the Royal College of Physicians in 1883, located in the north chapel. The font is from the 14th century. The church also has several monuments to the Harvey family dating from the 17th to the 19th centuries. Inside, there is a brass of a Knight and Lady from around 1500 in the north chapel, along with 15th and 16th-century brasses in the nave. The church is located away from the village centre and is recognized for its historical significance, interior features, and connection to William Harvey.