Three Tombchests On A Continuous Plinth, 1 Metre South Of The Chancel Of Church Of St Peter

Three tombchests are located on a continuous plinth, 1 metre south of the chancel of the Church of St. Peter. These tombchests date from the 18th century. The first and second tombchests have lost their limestone side and end panels, exposing the red brick fabric underneath. The inscribed marble slabs on the upper surfaces remain intact.

The first slab is dedicated to Mary, widow of Thomas Wingfield, who died in 1682. The second slab commemorates Elizabeth and Nathaniel Acton, who died in 1741 and 1745, respectively, and features a well-carved achievement. The third tombchest belongs to Nathaniel Acton and dates from the mid-18th century; while the inscription is complete, it is not clearly legible.

The limestone panels of these tombchests are richly carved, with one end displaying a skull and crossed palm fronds and the other end adorned with festoons. Both side panels feature swags and a fine central achievement. These tombchests can be compared to the Acton family floor slabs located in the chancel of the adjacent Church of St. Peter.