St Peter
Bromyard, Herefordshire
A large Norman church dating from 11th century, the church has an unusual external, round access tower to bell chamber.
This gorgeous church, dating from circa 1170 contains a significant collection of medieval stone effigies and a door arch of Norman decoration rebuilt in the 13th century.
A yew tree arch and path leads you past a large tower crowned by a pyramid roof with spirelet to the south door. Built Into the right door jamb is a rare stone stoup which would have been used for holy water, having survived the Reformation.
A rare survival is the rood beam which at one time would have carried the crucifix with the figures of the Blessed Virgin & St John. The sockets to which they were attached are still visible on the beam.
It is In the Tower base that a remarkable group of medieval effigies together with a flat slab bearing the figure of a lady identified as Maud de Edefen can be seen, all of which commemorate the Edefen family.
Outside the churchyard offers two benches where you can sit and enjoy the tranquillity of this wonderful setting.