Madron Parish Church

Madron Parish Church is a stone parish building with substantial 15th-century construction, including a 14th-century chancel and a Norman font bowl. The structure showcases medieval architectural elements developed over several centuries of building and adaptation.

The Bishop of Exeter consecrated the church in 1336, accompanied by two archdeacons and multiple clergy during the dedication ceremony. The north aisle was later funded by Vicar Benedict Tregos in 1500 after his support for Perkin Warbeck helped protect him from treason charges.

The church bells grew from three to eight over the centuries, each bearing inscriptions honoring local people and important community events. A dedicated group continues to ring them for services and celebrations.

Visitors enter through a gate near the lychgate, and parking is available on the tarmacked Madron Green beside the churchyard. The entrance is clearly marked and the surroundings are easy to navigate.

A vicar funded a new church aisle around 1500 as a way to rehabilitate himself after becoming entangled in a political scandal of the era. This generous building project served as a practical solution to protect his reputation and standing.

Location: Madron

Inception: 14 century

Website: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1312533

GPS coordinates: 50.13160,-5.56472

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:41