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St Petrock

St Petrock

Newton St Petrock

Devon

Mainly C15

Architectural Features

C16 but tower probably earlier and chancel reveals Early English origins.

The Early English windows to the chancel along with the Norman font suggest the origins of the Church but it was largely remodelled in the C15

early C16 century when the south aisle and porch were also added.

An extensive restoration took place in 1887 when the chancel was extended by 3 feet, the former pews removed and the church reseated with benches in which ancient woodwork was incorporated and some also used in the construction of the pulpit.

North wall has 2 early C16 2-light mullion windows with segmental heads.

Beyond that is an Early English or circa 1300 2- light window with Y-tracery.

C15 gabled porch with 4-centred granite arch which has roll and hollow moulding and moulded imposts to jambs.

In north chancel wall is granite doorway with depressed 4-centred arch which formerly led to rood loft but the steps now lead to the pulpit.

Pulpit re-uses old carved panels depicting emblems of the passion.

The benches also incorporate carving from the old pews, probably dating to the C16 with some Renaissance motifs.

Norman tub front set on base incorporating medieval 3arnstaple tiles which are also evident on the floors.