Lower Broadheath Church Sailing Ship Weather Vane
basil | 5/10/2006 | 9:27 amThe magnificent church at Lower Broadheath, features a 16th. century, fully rigged sailing ship weather vane. It is said that this is the only example in the country, it pivots on a brass ball.
This has currently been taken down awaiting re gilding.Can be seen through one of the windows. Of note are the gargoyles.
This magnificent wind vane of solid copper was given by Violet Britton, Daughter of Admiral Britton in 1920.
30/03/09 today the re-gilded weather vane has been reinstated. Villagers raised £2000 to cover the cost.
