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The Lady Chapel was dedicated in 1910, being converted from its original function of a vestry. When you go outside look for the flight of stone steps which originally gave direct access into the vestry, but the doorway was filled in at the time of conversion. The chapel contains much oak carving and panelling and an oak piscina. The reredos, or Opus Sectile, portrays ‘The Last Supper’ in painted glass tiles, and beneath it are carved emblems of the Passion, from left to right they are, a bag of silver, a lantern and a cock - these signify the betrayal and trial of Jesus. The seamless coat worn by Jesus. The cup and dice, used by the soldiers when casting lots for Our Lord’s clothes. The nails and crown of thorns. His heart, hands and feet, showing the prints of the nails. The spear, with which Jesus’ side was pierced, a sponge on a reed, and a ladder typifying the descent from the cross. A hammer and a pair of pincers with which the nails were driven in and removed The stained glass windows depicting St Edward and the Blessed Virgin Mary was inserted by Mr G H Willis in memory of his wife. The window was dedicated on Whit Monday, 5th June 1911 and was the first stained glass window to he inserted in St Edward's Church. The Blessed Sacrament is reserved in the Aumbry adjacent to these windows. Note the perpetual light in the left hand corner. The Chapel is a place of quiet prayer we ask you to remain quiet whilst in the chapel. Why not sit a while and pray if you wish. |
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