St Lawrence, Stratford-sub-Castle, Medieval parish church in Stratford-sub-Castle, England
St Lawrence is a medieval parish church in Stratford-sub-Castle featuring a west tower built from flint and stone. The 15th-century nave connects to a 13th-century chancel decorated with carved wooden details throughout.
The church began in 1228 as a chapel dependent on St Martin's Church. Over time, stone and other materials from the nearby Old Sarum Cathedral were incorporated into its structure.
This parish church serves as a gathering place for the community and reflects local connections to the World Wars through its memorial spaces. Visitors can read the names and see how the building holds memories of those who served.
The church welcomes visitors during regular daytime hours and access to explore the interior is straightforward. Plan time to walk around and notice the carved details and structural elements throughout.
Inside sits a 12th-century Purbeck marble font that was originally square and later reshaped into an octagonal form. This transformation reveals how the building adapted its furnishings across different periods.
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