St Arild's Church, Oldbury-on-the-Hill

The church features a three-stage stone tower with diagonal buttresses, a stone slate roof, and a combination of Gothic architectural elements throughout its structure.

Built in the 13th century, St Arild's Church underwent substantial modifications in the late 15th century, including the addition of its Perpendicular Gothic tower.

The church holds the distinction of being one of only two churches in England dedicated to St Arild, a female saint from Gloucestershire.

Visitors need to cross fields or walk through a farmyard to reach the church, which maintains its original 18th-century box pews and two-tier pulpit.

The interior contains an unusual egg-shaped font from 1768 that was purchased for just six shillings, making it a notable ecclesiastical artifact.

Location: Didmarton

Inception: 13 century

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture

Website: http://visitchurches.org.uk/Ourchurches/Completelistofchurches/St-Arilds-Church-OldburyontheHill-Gloucestershire

GPS coordinates: 51.59260,-2.26300

Latest update: March 22, 2025 05:31