H Frame
The H frame is a little similar to the B frame, it is supported by support beams under the head of the frame of the heads can go straight into the walls of the tower. The truss is like an upside down O frame with straight braces. One of the most interesting examples of H frame in the country is at Coldwaltham, St Giles. It is dated from around 1246.
At the bottom is a another support beam which rungs along all the pits of the bells (or singular bell) acting like a large sill.
Sussex examples:
Coldwaltham
At the bottom is a another support beam which rungs along all the pits of the bells (or singular bell) acting like a large sill.
Sussex examples:
Coldwaltham
Sketch of the frame:
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Sketch by George Elphick; Photo by Kye L Leaver (Coldwaltham, St Giles)
Photographic Example:
Coldwaltham, St Giles
