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©Ron Strutt
Dist:0.4km<br/>The view is across farmland west of the bridleway towards the Cherhill white horse and the Lansdowne monument.
©Brian Robert Marshall
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©Colin Bates
Dist:0.4km<br/>The bridleway leads from a farm behind the viewpoint into the village of Cherhill. In the distance is a white horse chalk figure and the Lansdowne memorial. This is probably quite a good view in decent light.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The 15th century tower has developed a lean over the years. Check it against the main roof line which is more or less horizontal. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>Although the church has its origins in the 12th or 13th century, much of the external appearance is 15th century. The north vestry is however largely 19th century (the chimney is probably rather more recent). NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The graves in the foreground are relatively recent. There are a few military graves to be found. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The church's origins lie as far back as the 1300s but over the years it has been extended and restored. The south porch and aisle were added in the 15th century as was the tower. The subtle differences in roofing materials and roof line on the main roof indicate where the nave joins the chancel. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The font may be from the 15th century but re-worked since then. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The pews are from 1853 when the church was substantially restored. The west gallery is from 1840 and is supported on iron columns. The Gothic panelled front is said to be recycled 15th century bench ends.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The finely-carved reredos is dated at 1931. The church itself is much older. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The banner appears to be of fairly recent origin. It illustrates local landmarks and land uses. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>Although the church has its origins in the 12th or 13th century much of what can be seen here is 20th century. The stained glass and reredos are from 1931. The brass chandelier is circa 1700 and came from Calne Church in 1853. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>The interior of the church is quite restrained and parts are relatively modern. The stained glass and the reredos behind the altar date to the early 1930s. NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall
Dist:0.4km<br/>This is another view of the south porch which dates to the 15th century. The table tomb in front of it is one of four listed Grade II http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/details/default.aspx?id=316232 This appears to be the Pottow monument described as follows: 'Pottow monument, later C18 with raised fielded centre plaque each side flanked by fielded strips. Baluster angles, moulded base and cornice with pulvinated frieze. South inscription to H. Pottow, died 1788' NOTE. This image has a detailed ‘shared description’ which you won’t see by viewing this image on a slideshow. To read it click on the image.
©Brian Robert Marshall

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