Church of All Saints, Little Canfield (EHER 4589)

In the west of the parish, 400 yards south of the main road, is a 12th century and later parish church, with tower and steeple of 1856. North vestry built 1757, with a vault.

Monument description derived from merging EHER 4589, 4590, and 37930. Original HER entry merged with NRHE data import: Ch [NAT]. <1> In the west of the parish, 400 yards south of the main road. Walls probably rubble, now covered with cement. Dressings are mostly of limestone. The nave was built in the 12th century, the chancel is probably 14th century. The chancel windows possibly copy 14th century originals The nave has 14th century windows, much restored and a 12th century south doorway, largely restored. There is a chest, probably 13th century, 14th century glass, the rood screen under the chancel arch is probably 14th century. North vestry built 1757, with a vault. The north west tower was added in 1856 The whole building was restored during the 19th century. The south porch is entirely modern also. There are two 17th century bells, brasses of 1578 and 1593. There is a 17th century chest and 17th and 18th century monuments. The plate includes 17th century items. <2> According to Pevsner the screen is 15th century. The general impression and much of the detail is due to the Rev C L Smith, an amateur architect, who designed the north tower and restored and remodelled much outside and inside. The chancel especially, though built in the 14th century, was never as ornate as now. Stained glass contemporary with the restoration. <3> Church of All Saints Parish Church. (RCHM1) Grade II. 12th century nave has four 14th century windows. Rood screen is 14th century. 14th century chancel entirely 19th century internally. Most internal detailing is of 1856 North west tower and steeple added then by the Rev C.L. Smith. <4> See also: <5> - <10>