Church of St Mildred, Medieval church in Canterbury, England
Church of St Mildred is a parish church in Canterbury with walls that contain material from different building periods. The interior contains a five-bay nave and a two-bay chancel, both dating from the 11th century.
The church preserves structural elements from before the Norman Conquest of 1066, making it exceptionally rare among Canterbury's buildings. Significant changes occurred later, including the removal of its tower in 1807 to accommodate more seating.
The church remains a working parish where people gather regularly for worship and community events. You can sense how this place continues to matter as a focal point for the neighborhood's spiritual life.
The church is located near Canterbury Castle on Church Lane and is open to visitors. The best time to visit is during regular services when you can experience the full interior and observe the space being used as intended.
Four bells cast in 1515 were sold in 1807 when the original tower was dismantled to create more interior space. These late medieval bells are long gone, but their removal marks an unusual chapter in how this church was adapted over time.
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