Church of St Weonard, St Weonards

The church dedication to St Weonard is unique in England. The nave dates from the 13th century. The west tower was rebuilt in the 16th century and the south porch, north chapel and north aisle and chancel largely date from the late 19th century. The royal arms above the south porch door date from the reign of Queen Anne and bears the date 1710. A subscription for restoration was raised in 1840 looking for £250 to £300 for the repair of the roof and repointing the tower. In 1884 the chancel was enlarged, lengthening it by about 8 ft. A new south vestry and organ chamber were built. The restoration included the removal of the old high-backed pews and substitution with modern seating, the…