St Mary's Church, Medieval parish church in Ashwell, England
The church structure incorporates clunch and flint rubble materials, featuring a 176-foot tower crowned by an octagonal lantern with a leaded spire.
Construction of St Mary's Church began in 1301 and reached completion in 1381, making it one of the largest medieval religious buildings in Hertfordshire.
The church walls contain medieval inscriptions from plague survivors and early drawings of Old St Paul's Cathedral, representing historical documentation of the period.
The building maintains an active schedule of religious services, musical performances, and community gatherings, including the annual Ashwell Music Festival.
Six bells hang in the original 15th-century frame, with the oldest bell dating from 1694, contributing to the church's musical heritage.
Location: Ashwell
Inception: 1381
GPS coordinates: 52.04190,-0.15394
Latest update: March 3, 2025 15:52
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