St. Blasius Church, Shanklin

St. Blasius Church is a medieval church building in Shanklin with a rectangular floor plan and a bell turret positioned where the roof lines meet. The choir was added in 1852, and the building underwent major reconstruction work in 1859 while keeping its original medieval structure intact.

The building was originally constructed as a manor chapel during the reign of King Stephen and served this purpose for centuries. The restoration work in the 1800s gave the structure its present form while keeping the medieval foundations intact.

The church maintains traditional services featuring organ music and choir performances, including monthly Matins services that preserve Anglican worship customs.

The church sits at the intersection of Wroxall and Ventnor roads in southern Shanklin and is easy to reach on foot. Wheelchair access is available and the building meets current safety standards for visitors.

The bell ropes hang down through the ceiling into the main body of the church, allowing visitors to watch the bell ringers during services. This unusual setup gives a rare view of how the bells are operated during worship.

Location: Shanklin

Website: http://st-blasius-church.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 50.62170,-1.18389

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:44