A virtual tour of a church with everything - early medieval inscribed stones, medieval effigies and cross slabs, a good number of the post-Reformation cross slabs typical of south-east Wales, monuments by the infamous Iolo Morganwg and his rather less famous father.
Remarkable things can be found in under-stair cupboards. A carved stone artefact in a cupboard in the room over the north porch at Exeter Cathedral probably commemorates the burial of the heart of a wealthy local man.
A little heraldic plaque led us on a journey round the gentry of the parish.
Medieval tomb carvings can provide intriguing puzzles.
The aftermath of the Covid-19 virus has led to worries about the condition of tombs in churches - especially where they are threatened by bat damage
The second part of a virtual study day looking at the medieval tombs in Llandaff cathedral
Llandaff Cathedral is small but with a complex building history and a good selection of tombs. This virtual study say concentrates on the medieval tombs - bishops, local landowners and a wealthy innkeeper who may have accommodated pilgrims.
While our programme of study days and other activities has had to be postponed, Sally Badham has sent us photographs and discussion for a virtual study day of the fascinating tombs in this church
Some spectacular medieval tombs are described as Easter Sepulchres - but are they really?
Guest post by Sophie Oosterwijk on an intriguing Dutch painting showing a ledgerstone being recarved while still in the floor of the church
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