Group Of 3 Chest Tombs Approximately 5 Metres To South Of Nave Of Dorchester Abbey

This is a group of three chest tombs located approximately 5 meters to the south of the nave of Dorchester Abbey. One of the tombs is dated 1634, while the other two are from the mid to late 18th century. They are made of limestone. The pair closest to the church features moulded plinths and covers, with fielded panels on the sides and ends. The westernmost tomb has a shield-shaped end panel that commemorates Edward Wise, who died in 17(?). The earlier tomb, dated 1634, has a deeply projecting cover that is chamfered on the underside. Its sides and one end have moulded recessed panels, which include inset trefoiled arches and sunken spandrels. There is a rectangular inscription panel on the end that commemorates John Wise of Drayton, who died in 1634.