The entrance to the choir is by a modernised doorway in the north wall, close to the west end. On entering one is struck by the fine appearance of the large monuments ([Fig. 916]), especially those on the left or north side. These monuments, as well as the whole building, have evidently been considerably repaired within recent years. Until about fifteen years ago the church was in a miserable condition, the windows being built up, so that the monuments could only be seen by lamp light. The building stood open, and the school children (the schoolhouse being
Fig. 915.—St. Bridget’s or St. Bride’s Church. View from South-East.
near) used it as a place to play in. It is, therefore, no wonder that the fine monuments and effigies suffered damage. The whole have been
Fig. 916.—St. Bridget’s or St. Bride’s Church. Interior of Choir.