St Lawrence's Church, Broughton

St Lawrence's Church features stone construction with lead roofs, a nave without aisles, a south porch, a chancel, and a three-stage west tower with diagonal buttresses.

The church was constructed in the 14th century and underwent significant restoration in 1849 when medieval wall paintings were discovered beneath layers of plaster.

The interior walls display medieval paintings from 1400, including scenes of Saint George fighting the dragon and a rare Warning to Swearers illustration.

Visitors can arrange access to the church by contacting Raymond Tetlow at 01908 675074, with the building located at Broughton Village, Milton Keynes, MK10 9AA.

The church contains four historic bells cast between 1470 and 1655 by different craftsmen, including William Chamberlain, James Keene, and Anthony Chandler.

Location: Broughton

Inception: 14 century

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture

Website: http://visitchurches.org.uk/Ourchurches/Completelistofchurches/St-Lawrences-Church-Broughton-Buckinghamshire

GPS coordinates: 52.05220,-0.69790

Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:31