Stanmer Church

Stanmer Church is a stone building in England with a cruciform design featuring a central tower topped by a shingled spire. The interior contains a nave, chancel, and transepts arranged in the traditional cross shape, creating distinct spaces for different parts of the service.

The original medieval church stood from 1232 until it was demolished in 1838, then a new structure replaced it and was completed in 1839. This 19th-century reconstruction reflected changing tastes in church design and the landowner's commitment to village development.

The church contains memorial tablets dedicated to the Pelham family, who owned the estate and shaped the village over generations. Walking through the interior, you notice how their presence is woven into the building itself through these inscriptions.

The building is maintained by the Stanmer Preservation Society and typically opens on Sundays for visitors. Check ahead before visiting, as opening times may vary depending on services or maintenance work.

The churchyard contains an 18th-century wellhouse equipped with a donkey-wheel, showing how water was drawn before modern pumping technology existed. This rare structure offers a tangible look at practical solutions people used in daily life long ago.

Location: Brighton and Hove

GPS coordinates: 50.87030,-0.10189

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:04