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 60 THE CHURCHES OF CORNWALL Stone archway front transept into this chapel is a very rare feature for a Cornish church. The church of this out-of-the-way but beautiful village is so attractive that no apology is necessary for quoting following sentences, contributed by present writer to Guardian in 1901 : — "The beautifully carved woodwork of the cradle- roofs is by far the best in the district, and is shown up to considerable advantage by the retention of the white plaster within each compartment. The considerable remains of the old screens have not only been restored, but a rood-loft and rood have been added. This work has been accomplished with consummate ability and beautiful effect by Mr. F. C. Eden, at the expense of the present rector. The colour and gilding of the wood- work is bright, but full of harmony. The church has been most carefully restored on true conservative lines ; it is, in short, an almost ideal village church, full of continuous historic interest, with all its fittings and appurtenances breathing a spirit of adoration and de- votion. Amidst so much that is painful and poor in Cornish church restoration, it is a special joy to come across unexpectedly such a beautiful village sanctuary. A monument in this church to John Kempe, who died in 1728, begins most appropriately with the words, ' Here's peace and rest.' " (Registers, 1539-) Boconnoc. — Church renewed and dedicated in 1 32 1. Chancel, nave, S. aisle separated from nave by granite arcade of 6 arches, N. aisle of 2 bays, S. porch, and modern S.W. bell-turret. Present fabric dates from 15th cent., but restored in 1873, when