The Hall

The Hall

Part of the Hall was formerly the western end of the nave and south aisle and part is an extension into the
churchyard. The former Choir Vestry, built in 1900 has now been made into a kitchen and Meeting Room, which are on your right as you go through the swing doors. Straight ahead is the west entrance and on your left are the toilets and a corridor which rises two feet as it leads to the main part of the extension. The hall is regularly used for play groups, youth meetings and other activities.

In front of the Bell Tower At the north end of the Hall is an arch which leads into the Bell Tower. This is the only medieval arch remaining in the church. It was damaged in the fire and has been restored. The small window above the tower arch was put in when the nave was extended in length and a new west wall was built in the 12th century before the Tower was built. At one time there was a minstrels' gallery on this wall. The musical instruments once used to lead the singing were contained in a box and hung on a wall above the entrance into the former Choir Vestry. They were only saved from the fire because they were stolen by the arsonist and later recovered by the Police. This led to his capture. They are now exhibited in the Chapel.