Before I set eyes on Oxburgh Hall, I was captivated by the church next door, which I saw from the road.
My initial thought about St John the Evangelist was that it looked like a ruin but actually that’s not the case. Apparently, in 1948, its tower and spire collapsed into the south side of the nave. The nave was not rebuilt and remains gloriously open to the elements.
The rest of the church does have a roof, although last November someone stole the lead from the chapel, which means “when it rains outside; it rains inside”, according to the sign. It’s distressing to see the water damage and the floor is lined with buckets to catch the drips (we left a donation to help the appeal to fund repairs).
One of the things the church is famous for is its terracotta tombs. I didn’t know anything about them before we arrived so they were quite a surprise.
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After The Rain 
Hi Tara, what an interesting old church. And it such a shame that someone stole the lead! Lovely photos and churches there are so different from the overly ornate ones we get here.
xx
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I know. It was a bit heartbreaking to see the rain coming in.
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That is fascinating. So it’s a church that is literally open to the elements? I hope the terracotta tombs are okay as they must be getting damp with no lead on the roof. I want to see this place! Wish you and your a happy Easter.
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I think they cover them up (there was certainly plastic over the top) but it was all very sad. Hope you had great Easter too.
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All the times I’ve visited Oxborough I’ve never been to the church. The tombs look fascinating. #mysundayphoto
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I’m sure you’re not alone, Oxburgh Hall is such a fascinating place on its own. The church is well worth a visit next time you go.
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Old churches fascinate me, they hold so many memories within their walls. Always so sad to see when they have been destroyed or vandalised.
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Me too. It was really sad to see. Thanks for commenting.
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Beautiful church, mindless vandals that stole the lead. I hope the rain stops falling inside soon
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It’s been terrible this weekend, I can only imagine what it was like inside 😦
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What a beautiful old church, it looks like it needs a little tlc these days. Happy Easter.
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Yes, I think it needs all the help it can get.
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That’s so beautiful – love the feeling of neglect and wasted glories, shame about the real and not at all romantic state of disrepair and theft.
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The bit that’s supposed to be open to the elements is amazing. I think it would make a wonderful shoot background.
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What amazing photos. It looks like a beautiful place. So sad that someone stole the lead from the roof.
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It really was fascinating. Thanks, Sarah.
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What an interesting place to explore.
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Definitely. My camera was very pleased too 🙂
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such a shame someone stole the lead, hope they can raise the funds they need for the repairs #mysundayphoto
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Me too. It’s so sad as it is. Thanks for commenting.
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Such a beautiful old church. The chairs are just amazing. Gorgeous!
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I’m glad you like them too 🙂
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Gorgeous rustic feel to the photos
Thank you for linking up to #MySundayPhoto
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