St Michael and All Angels Church

St Michael and All Angels Church is a stone church in Harbledown featuring Norman foundations and Gothic Revival elements with pointed arches and detailed stonework throughout. An east window sourced from Ramsgate forms a major focal point inside.

The building dates back to 1160 and underwent significant changes over time. A major 1881 renovation led by architect J. P. St Aubyn doubled the building's size and updated its appearance.

The church follows Anglo-Catholic traditions maintained by its community. Services here reflect these practices through their liturgical style and the way worship is organized.

The church sits on Church Hill in Harbledown and is accessible by foot from the main roads. Visitors should check opening times before coming, as access may vary depending on services and events.

The English playwright Aphra Behn was baptized here in 1640, creating a link to early English theatre. This baptism connects the church to an important figure in literary history.

Location: Harbledown and Rough Common

GPS coordinates: 51.28256,1.05563

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12