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The Blomefield Family	The grandest memorial stones in the Churchyard are 4 foot high brick-built tombs of the 18th Century. The first commemorates the Blomefield Family: Robert - Gentleman - who died 11th November 1730 aged 67 and Esther, his wife died 19th July 1731 aged 57. The Blomefield family was obviously of some standing in the village, with Robert and Edward being Churchwardens for some 20 years ending in 1748. By 1838 we find William Blomefield living in J.J. Buxton's property at the east end of the Long Row, either Yew Tree Farm or Long Row Farm. If you have any information contact
The Beverley Family	Likewise the Beverley family also have an impressive brick-built tomb. Michael, father and son were Churchwardens form 1753-1772 and 1805-1815 respectively. There is also an entry that reads "Paid Mr Beverley for Peal of Bells £133.14s.0d" in 1788. A large sum of money for the time, and what was the family's involvement? The Overseer's book records that "on 20th September 1842 paid expenses incurred in apprehending John Daines £2.7s.0d." so they were obviously a most trustworthy family. If you have any information contact
The Stannard Family	Not far away from these two grand memorial stones is another striking tomb. There are 'adorned' crosses at the head and foot of the tomb, belonging to the 19th Century. Henry Stannard - Gentleman- died 1856 and his wife Sophia died in 1870. They had property in Diss Road in 1838, which was rented by Henry Saunders. Where did the Stannard Family live? f you have any information contact