St Mary Magdalene Church, Hart

St Mary Magdalene Church, Hart was founded in 675 AD

St Mary Magdalene Church, Hart

The current tower dates to the 13th century and the nave the 12th century. A carving on the wall is generally said to depict St. George and the Dragon.

St Mary Magdalene Church, Hart

However it could relate to the Clifford Family who owned the Manor House estate. Rather than a dragon it may show a wyvern which features on the Clifford family crest.

Clifford Wyverns at Skipton Castle

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