Lavenham Guildhall
blogpost by Aldous Rees
What is termed graffiti is not essentially graffiti, but was often done as protection marks. These are not just found in churches. Many historic houses often had these to ward off evil spirits and protect the occupants from spirits. In the 17th century a daisy wheel was carved above a fireplace in Lavenham Guildhall which is owned by the National Trust. This would ward off evil spirits who might enter through the chimney. Knole house in Kent also has these among other protection marks.
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