Church of St Mary the Virgin, Bosley, Anglican church in Bosley, England
Church of St Mary the Virgin is an Anglican parish church in Bosley constructed with a red sandstone tower, brick walls, and slate roofing located on Leek Road. The building combines medieval foundations with 18th-century construction techniques and materials.
The church originated as a timber-framed building with a stone tower around 1500 but underwent complete reconstruction in brick during 1777. This rebuilding reflected changing construction methods and the prosperity of the Georgian period.
The interior displays furnishings from several centuries, including altar pieces and wooden fittings that visitors can see today. These objects help people understand how worship practices evolved over time in this community.
The building functions as an active parish church where visitors are generally welcome to visit outside service times. Located on Leek Road, it has straightforward access and good visibility from the surrounding area.
The tower contains six bells, with the oldest cast in 1663 by bell-maker George Oldfield I. Inside, stained glass windows created by artist Harcourt M. Doyle add color and light to the space.
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