The listed Lychgate shown on the picture of the church is a lovely 15th/16th century (although restored in 1911) example of where traditionally the first part of the burial ceremony was carried out, and the original bier is still stored under the rafters. The sandstone tiled roof provided protection from the elements and to this day the coffin shelters under the lychgate before being taken into the church for the service.
The tower of Whitbourne church houses six 18th century bells and also a 16th century sanctus bell. In 1912 the Harington family and some of their friends installed the screen behind the altar (reredos) and it is truly beautiful – depicting the Nativity, it also features colourful wings in the style of William Morris.
During the Second World War, several boys from Westminster school were evacuated to Whitbourne, and many of them have donated generously to the church.
Font
Norman, and truly beautiful in its simplicity. The carving is of interlocking stars.
Memorials
This is one of many plaques for the Freeman family, including Johanne, Abigail, John, Mary, Elizabeth, Anna, John
“Hereunder lies Elizabeth, most loving wife of Richard Langford. Died 10th February 1708 aged 32. With her lies their son John who died 14th June 1708
