Standing just inside St. John the Baptist Church is probably the oldest surviving object in Armitage-with-Handsacre. Carved in the early twelfth century, the Norman font is covered with mysterious figures whose meaning has intrigued visitors for generations. This article explores its history, craftsmanship and symbolism, and asks whether it even preserves an early piece of Norman political propaganda.
The History of Armitage-with-Handsacre Parish
People, Places and Stories from a Staffordshire Parish