St Martin of Tours Church, Detling

St Martin of Tours Church is a parish church in the village of Detling in England, built in Norman style. The building combines flint and rag-stone, features a plain tiled roof, and has a timber-shingled spire.

The church was founded around 1101 and experienced various expansions and stylistic changes over centuries. The north aisle was added during the Early English period, showing the shift from Norman to later Gothic design.

The church remains active for regular Anglican services and serves as a gathering place for the community of Detling and Thurnham. Its role continues to shape the spiritual and social life of the area.

Visitors can see the early twelve-sided font and the carved oak lectern from the 14th century inside. The pipe organ, moved here from Maidstone in 1973, adds to the character of the interior.

The building received Grade I listed status in 1968, one of the highest designations for architecturally important structures in England. This recognition honors both its preservation and historical significance.

Location: Detling

Inception: 12 century

Architectural style: Norman architecture

Website: http://boxleyanddetlingchurches.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.29436,0.56878

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:40