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St Margaret's Church, Leicester

St Margaret's Church, Leicester, Medieval parish church in Leicester, England.

Description

St Margaret's Church is a stone parish church in Leicester featuring a 108-foot western tower with crenellated battlements, pointed pinnacles, and a stair turret on its north face. The building displays typical medieval architectural elements and stands as a Grade I listed monument.

History

The church originated in 1086, documented in the Domesday Survey. Major reconstruction took place around 1444, giving the building much of the form it maintains today.

Culture

Inside you will find medieval craftwork including an octagonal baptismal font from the 15th century and colored glass windows created in the 1840s. These pieces show how different periods left their mark on the interior, creating layers of artistic expression from different eras.

Practical

The building is located on St Margaret's Way and welcomes visitors interested in medieval architecture. Regular worship services continue here, so plan your visit accordingly around the schedule.

Did you know?

The bell tower houses fourteen bells, which places it among the largest bell rings in an English parish church. This impressive collection reflects the building's role as a gathering place for the community.

Inception
12 century
GPS coordinates
52.63960,-1.13652
Latest update
December 12, 2025 14:20

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