All Saints Church, Tudeley

All Saints is located in attractive countryside in the hamlet of Tudeley, near Tonbridge, Kent. It is known worldwide for its stained glass windows by Marc Chagall in memory of Sarah d'Avigdor-Goldsmid (d. 1963).  Read more…

About the Location:

All Saints is located in attractive countryside in the hamlet of Tudeley, near Tonbridge, Kent. It is known worldwide for its stained glass windows by Marc Chagall in memory of Sarah d'Avigdor-Goldsmid (d. 1963). 

Apart from the Chagall windows, there are some interesting monuments in the church. The Fane tomb, although sadly damaged, is a fine example of a 16th century memorial. It commemorates a former Sheriff of Kent, George Fane (d. 1571). A brass in the chancel floor recalls Thomas Stydolf (d. 1457) with two dainty figures. Sarah d'Avigdor-Goldsmid's life and tragically early death are recalled in a finely carved tablet by Will Carter. A recent addition to the interior is a list of incumbents of Tudeley cum Capel from the 13th century (when records began), the calligraphy being by Anna Rowley: look closely for the subtle echoes of Chagall's work. There is a prayer labryinth in the churchyard.

(taken from the All Saints website: http://www.tudeley.org)