Lychgate, Side Gate And Churchyard Walls To Churchyard Of Church Of St Mary

The lychgate, side gate, and churchyard walls at the Church of St Mary date from the 17th century or earlier, with some elements added around 1891. Constructed from ragstone and red brick in an Arts and Crafts Gothic style, the western wall is approximately 3 feet high and about 50 yards long, made of ragstone with red brick laid in English bond. The northern wall, which faces the road, is about 5 feet high and features coping that ramps up to the left and right, returning to the adjacent walls.

The lychgate is supported by ashlar piers and has an upper section made of timber with an arcaded design, featuring arch-braced trussed rafters beneath a shingled roof. It includes moulded brackets and beams, as well as wooden gates adorned with carved uprights and head finials, along with side benches and iron lampholders. There are inscriptions, including a dedication to Reverend John Philpot, who lived from 1837 to 1891, and this was erected by his sons and daughters. The wooden gate to the east matches the style of the lychgate and includes gate piers topped with cornices and ball finials. The wall continues to the east side of the churchyard.