Nelson Monument In Churchyard, In Angle Between Nave And South Transept, Church Of St Thomas

The Nelson Monument is located in the churchyard of the Church of St Thomas, positioned in the angle between the nave and the south transept. This monument, dating from the early 20th century, is made of white marble and features a stone and bronze inscription. It depicts a figure of St Michael, approximately 3 metres high, which is possibly Italian in origin, holding a finely crafted bronze sword with the point facing downwards. The monument is surrounded by a Ham stone kerb and commemorates Alexander Nelson, Viscount Bridport and Duke of Bronte, who died in 1904. A note in the church mentions that for many years the statue was laid flat because the white figure frightened local residents at night. This monument is included to complete the collection of Hood and Nelson monuments in St Thomas' Church.