A purported Anglo-Saxon sundial carving on the south side of St. Peter’s, Barton-upon-Humber. I’m not convinced by this story. Firstly where would the dial have been attached, and secondly the present nave is a 14th Century construction. However, this carving is not mentioned in any literature I’ve seen, and stonework can always be re-used by masons. The best explanation is a medieval ‘witch mark’, geometric designs intended to ward off evil magic. They are relatively common on medieval houses, barns and churches, especially in the Midlands.
St. Peter’s is still well worth a visit for Anglo-Saxon architecture fans though: the 10th Century tower still stands, and the site is now a museum filled with other pre-Conquest stonework and burials. This mysterious piece can be found hidden by the drainpipe below.
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