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Dist:0.1km<br/>With foundations dating from C13, originally one of King John's hunting lodges on Cranborne Chase. Now headquarters of the Rushmore Estate. http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=320426&mode=adv http://www.rushmore-estate.co.uk/
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Dist:0.2km<br/>King John's House, a magnificent building which was once a royal hunting lodge, is next to the 13th century church.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>The church tower is 15th century.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>In the 18th century typical alterations were made to the furnishings. Of the original, only the Communion rails remain.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>The most important effigy in the church is of Sir William Payne, who died circa 1388. He is depicted as a crusader, but it is unlikely that he was.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>The bright light today, made taking the photograph of the window far easier.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>Extensive works seem to have been carried out to the church during the 15th century. During the Victorian period the roof was completely reformed and alterations made to the North Aisle.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>All the walls were originally covered with paintings, used for teaching - the poor man's bible.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>So many alterations have been made that it is hard to discern the church's architectural development.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>The peaceful and secluded 13th century church commands a fine view of the steep valley to the north.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>King John's House overlooks the Church and Churchyard.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>The font stands under the tower.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>13th century and standing next to King John's House.
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Dist:0.2km<br/>Very few churches in England are dedicated to St Peter ad Vincula (St Peter in Chains).
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Dist:0.2km<br/>A view from the church porch of King John's House, originally a C13 hall house, with alterations and additions of the C14, C16, and C17. The house was used by the local squire and archaeologist General Pitt-Rivers as a museum during the late C19. Grade II* Listed.
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