Carvings on the southern elevation of the south transept at St Mary's
The southern aspect of the nave, showing the porch and south transept, above them the unbroken row of windows of the clerestory with their carved figures, some almost hidden from view by the transept.
Neil Fortey
On the south transept - The “bellman” or “tollman”: the western of the gargoyles on the parapet of the south transept. This almost life-size figure was carved in great detail, with clappers in his bells and buttons on his coat. His robust, jovial appearance suggests perhaps an invitation to the market rather than a religious intent.
Neil Fortey
On the south transept - The “alewife”: The eastern gargoyle: again, there is considerable detail, despite the centuries of exposure to the elements. She has a bowl in one hand, a jug in the other. Dating from the 15th Century, she may be announcing the church-ale.
Neil Fortey
A boy’s face on the window of the south transept.
Neil Fortey
A benign face on the window of the south transept.
Neil Fortey
This catalogue record comes from: Bottesford Local History Archive
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