St Mary the Virgin, Gillingham, Dorset, Grade I listed medieval church building in Gillingham, England
St Mary the Virgin features five pointed windows with trefoil heads along the south chancel wall and displays a notable Easter Sepulchre archway.
The church structure dates back to 1350, with architectural elements showcasing both early Victorian reconstruction and 14th-century Decorated Gothic styles.
The Chapel of the Good Shepherd and reredos serve as memorials to local residents who perished during the First World War.
The church maintains regular worship services and welcomes visitors to explore its architectural features within the Blackmore Vale region of north Dorset.
The interior contains a collection of grotesque carvings on bench ends and a Perpendicular Gothic font from the 15th century.
Location: North Dorset
Location: Gillingham
Inception: 14 century
Website: http://gillinghamanglican.co.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.03810,-2.27750
Latest update: March 9, 2025 09:59
Wyndham's Oak
3.6 km
Church of St George Langham
1.8 km
Church of St Simon and St Jude
2.2 km
Lock-Up
58 m
Town Bridge
146 m
The Phoenix Hotel
40 m
Longbury long barrow 600m north west of Slaughtergate Farm
2 km
Vicarage Schoolroom
49 m
Premises Of Senior And Goodwin
32 m
King's Court Palace moated site
1.2 km
Premises Of Natural Harvest And Rutter And Rutter
45 m
Little Chantry
198 m
Broadhayes
103 m
Milestone, by new road called Milestone way
800 m
The Barton
60 m
Wyke Brewery
1.1 km
The Cat Boutique
55 m
Lime Tree House
75 m
The Red Lion
73 m
Milepost, Pennymoor Pitt Farm; 60m E of Farm
3.5 km
Old Toll House
356 m
Gillingham War Memorial
128 m
Stour Motors
365 m
Madjestone Farm House
1.4 km
Milestone, by railway bridge
762 m
Milepost, half mile E of East Stour; opp. house called Northwood.
3.5 km
Folly's End
204 m
Milestone, a mile SE of Gillingham; 115m W of small lay-by.
2.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes