Henry Stanhope

¶"Henry Stanhope," who was rector 53 years, and died in 1764, aged 76, was buried near the altar.

Stanhope had been the illegitimate son of the Earl of Chesterfield and was mentally ill. He completely neglected his religious duties.

It should be observed, but it is unpleasant to relate, that the Rev. Mr. Henry Stanhope, who was rector here fifty-three years, and died in 1764, did not officiate for more than three or four years, before a mental derangement took place, and a total deprivation of speech.

Rector of Bingham Parish for 53 years

Under hatch in false floor date hidden by joists Jane Kirkby, the daughter of Richard Kirkby and Ann (nee Stanhope) is remembered on a wall tablet in the chancel.