St Mary's Church, Cheadle

St Mary's Church is a Gothic revival church building constructed between 1813 and 1817 to designs by Lewis Wyatt. The structure showcases red and Runcorn sandstone, featuring a west tower, wide nave with upper galleries, a south entrance porch, and a separate chancel at the east end.

The earliest church on this site dates to 1190, but the present building replaced it entirely with a new design from the early 19th century. This rebuild marked a significant transition in the church's architectural style from medieval to modern Gothic revival.

The church serves as a community gathering place where locals meet for worship, celebrations, and special events throughout the year. It remains an important part of village life and social occasions for many families in the area.

The building offers step-free access throughout, with accessible restroom facilities and wireless internet available inside. Parking spaces are nearby, making visits convenient for most people.

The seven bells housed in the tower were cast in 1817, the same year the church was completed. The tower itself is far older, originally built in the 14th century and later reinforced in 1612 and 1810, showing how the structure evolved over time.

Location: Stockport

Inception: 1530

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture

Made from material: dimension stone, stone slate

Website: http://stmaryscheadle.co.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.39418,-2.21748

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:24