St Andrew's Church, Walpole

St Andrew's Church is a medieval church in Walpole built from brick and stone, featuring a four-bay nave with clerestory windows and flanking north and south aisles. The three-stage west tower is buttressed at its corners and forms the prominent exterior landmark.

The church was established in 1401, with early bequests for the nave recorded in 1443 and funding for the porch approved in 1463. This sequence shows a gradual building program developed over several decades.

The interior holds an octagonal baptismal font from the 15th century decorated with quatrefoils and shield designs, while the 17th-century pulpit displays arcading and circular motifs. These furnishings reflect how the church's decoration developed over time.

The building is open daily and road parking is available nearby with signage guiding visitors from the A17 and A47 roads. Access is straightforward once you follow the directional markers.

Two limestone gargoyles from the 15th century stand at the north side of the churchyard, depicted in a crouching pose. Each of these figures holds its own Grade II listing status as a separate monument.

Location: Walpole

Inception: 15 century

Website: http://visitchurches.org.uk/Ourchurches/Completelistofchurches/St-Andrews-Church-Walpole-Norfolk

GPS coordinates: 52.73480,0.22250

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:42