St Mary's Church

St Mary's Church is a Grade II* listed church building constructed from red sandstone located in Bruera between the villages of Saighton and Aldford. Its walls display architectural elements from both English Gothic and Norman periods visible in the stonework and structural details.

The building was constructed in 1896 and reflects late Victorian ecclesiastical design of the period. It stands within the extensive Eaton Estate, a major landholding of the Grosvenor family in the region.

The church serves as a gathering place for the local community and is jointly managed with neighboring parishes in the area. It shapes religious life for people in this part of Cheshire through regular worship and communal events.

The building is publicly accessible as it is used regularly for worship services and operates under heritage protection status. Visitors should check service times and dress appropriately when visiting the site.

The church was commissioned by a wealthy family as part of their private estate during a time when such personal religious investments were still common. This reflects the close connection between landed estates and church building in late Victorian England.

Inception: 1896

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture, Norman architecture

Made from material: red sandstone

Website: http://achurchnearyou.com/bruera-st-mary

GPS coordinates: 53.13910,-2.84200

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03