All Saints Church, Shirburn, grade II listed church in the United kingdom
All Saints Church in Shirburn is a church building that combines elements from Norman, Georgian, and Gothic Revival periods. It features thick stone walls, a slender tower, and large pointed-arch windows typical of Gothic Revival style that flood the interior with light.
The church shows Norman origins with later additions from Georgian and Gothic Revival periods. It has served as a gathering place for the local community over centuries and became the burial site of the Earls of Macclesfield in the early 1700s.
The name refers to the dedication to All Saints, reflecting the church's religious purpose. Today it continues to serve as a gathering place where locals and visitors come for events and to connect with the area's past.
Access is via a grassy path from the castle drive, with a wide southern door and a small step down at the entrance. The building has no modern facilities such as toilets or heating, so a visit is best during daylight hours in good weather.
The church is connected to the Macclesfield family, whose castle stands nearby and has been intertwined with this site since the early 1700s. Many family members are buried here, making it a private yet accessible heritage location.
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