Inside Chieveley Church - Blanchard Cross

[ramjo]

My research papers include a note (written about 20 years ago) about a cross in the chancel of Chieveley church but unfortunately, at the time, I did not record much detail.   

My note says, "Henry Blanchard - a cross is located in the chancel of Chieveley church".  The note is written next to my transcription of the burial record of Henricus (Henry) Blanchard on 30 Jun 1581.

I am hoping that someone familiar with the church can confirm the existence of this cross and if so, can give a description of it; a photo or other image would be fantastic.

Thank you

[rosie99]

Have you tried contacting the church 

[CaroleW]

Presume you already know that there is no actual “Chieveley Church” It’s St Mary The Virgin

Using Google will give you more info

[ramjo]

Thank you CaroleW, I am aware of the church's full name and have tried searches using that but so far I have not found anything about the Blanchard Cross.

Rosie99, thanks too for your suggestion.  I will go down that path if RootChatters aren't able to assist.

[rosie99]

I would have thought that asking at the church would be the best first step.   There is a friends of St Mary's who are really interested in their church perhaps they would be happy to answer your questions.

[hanes teulu]

"The antiquities of Berkshire, by Elias Ashmole; ..." - pub 1723

Does this fit your Henry - the given name missing and undated.