St Lawrence's Church, Over Peover

St Lawrence's Church is a Grade I listed building in Over Peover combining English Gothic and Neoclassical styles, featuring a four-bay undivided nave, chancel, and separate chapels with medieval stained glass windows. The structure shows architectural development across several centuries through its different sections and decorative elements.

The original church rose in the mid-15th century, and a brick tower was added in the 18th century as part of structural development. Major renovation of the interior spaces occurred in the early 19th century, reshaping how the building appears today.

The building displays an American flag and memorial plaque from World War II, marking visits by General George Patton and his officers who attended services while stationed nearby. This connection reflects the wartime presence of American forces in the region.

The church is located south of Knutsford and functions as an active Anglican parish church with regular services. Visitors should plan their visit around active worship times and community events that take place throughout the week.

The interior houses a canopied tomb of Randle Mainwaring and Margery, surrounded by marble effigies and monuments honoring multiple generations of the same family. This concentration of family memorials across centuries creates an unusual display of genealogical continuity within the building.

Location: Peover Superior

Inception: 1456

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture, Neoclassical architecture

Website: http://achurchnearyou.com/over-peover-st-lawrence

GPS coordinates: 53.25820,-2.34310

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23