Bessingham

St. Mary the Virgin

Bessingham Church
 Bessingham Alter

Bessingham church stands on high ground at the top of the village. This pretty round tower church dates back to Saxon times, probably the 11th century. The church was allowed to fall into poor condition, then in the 19th century it underwent a big restoration both inside and out. The plain looking font survives from the 14th century and close by are two 15th century poppyhead bench ends. The tower has two bells one dates back to 1450 the other 1699.
To the left you can see the eagle lectern and the pulpit.

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