Elston Chapel - Your Church Tour

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A rustic chapel in a tranquil setting

This small solitary barn-like chapel of Norman origin stands in the middle of a peaceful field.Without a tower or even a bellcote, it exemplifies simplicity and charm.

The most significant feature is the entrance - this is a Norman door - a huge stone arch with zigzag decoration that is nearly 1,000 years old. Look for the graffiti on the door jamb from 1717.

Inside, there are late Georgian rustic pews, a gallery, a communion table, a pulpit and several layers of wall paintings, some of which feature Georgian biblical texts. A large royal coat of arms is featured on the north wall.

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  St Michael's Church, Cotham, Nottinghamshire

  2.08 miles

  A church set in picturesque countryside

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  St Wilfrid's Church, Low Marnham, Nottinghamshire

  13.45 miles

  A handsome Perpendicular church

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  St Gregory's Church, Fledborough, Nottinghamshire

  15.29 miles

  Set above the flood plain of the River Trent