Tour of St. Lawrence's Church, Towcester
The Chancel Arch
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The present chancel is of the 13th century. In 1872 the new chancel arch was inserted. Two decorated 12th century shafts have been incorporated into either side of the present 19th century chancel arch. The roof was restored in 1957. |
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| North shaft - Twelfth century Cylindrical and decorated with small lozenges within large lozenges and drilled beading. Its capital and base are nineteenth century. | South shaft - Twelfth century Octagonal and decorated with beaded chevrons or zigzags. The capital is nineteenth century, but the base is original. | 19th century arch support. | |
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Image of 12th century south shaft with original base and 19th century capital. |