St Nicholas of Myra's Church, Ozleworth

The stone church features an irregular hexagonal central tower with stone slate roofs and extends into a nave and chancel at opposite sides.

The church's circular churchyard suggests pre-Christian origins, though the oldest existing structure dates from the Norman period in the 12th century.

Medieval craftsmen carved detailed patterns on the south doorway entrance and created stained glass fragments that remain in the east window.

Visitors need to park outside Ozleworth Estate gates and follow a bridle path downhill to reach the church, which opens during daylight hours.

This religious building stands as one of only two churches in Gloucestershire that feature a hexagonal tower construction.

Location: Ozleworth

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: Norman architecture

Website: http://www.visitchurches.org.uk/findachurch/st-nicholas-of-myra-ozleworth/?region=Gloucestershire&offset=1

Website: http://visitchurches.org.uk/findachurch/st-nicholas-of-myra-ozleworth/?region=Gloucestershire&offset=1

GPS coordinates: 51.63800,-2.29870

Latest update: March 9, 2025 22:32