Lych gate

A lych gate (from Old English lic, corpse) is a gateway covered with a roof, the traditional entrance to an British church yard. It is where the bier rests before burial.

Related Topics:
Old English - British - Church yard - Bier

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Lych gates consist of a roofed porch like structure over a gate, often built of wood. They sometimes have recessed seats on either side of the gate itself.

Related Topics:
Roof - Porch - Gate - Wood - Seat

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