St Mary's Church, Pulford

St Mary's Church is a Gothic Revival church building in Pulford. The structure features red and buff sandstone walls with steeply pitched red tile roofs, and a prominent buttressed tower topped with octagonal corner spirelets.

The present building was constructed in 1884 to replace a medieval church that previously stood on the site. Architect John Douglas designed it with funding provided by the First Duke of Westminster.

The interior displays decorative works by skilled craftsmen: the altar reredos was created by Shrigley and Hunt, while stained glass windows were designed by Heaton, Butler and Bayne. These handcrafted details shape how the space feels when you step inside.

The building operates as an Anglican church within the Chester diocese and holds regular services. The tower houses eight bells that were cast by the bell foundry John Taylor and Company.

A 17th-century memorial board belonging to the Burgayney family disappeared during the church's reconstruction but was later discovered at an auction and returned to the building. This unexpected reunion is a curious chapter in the place's story.

Location: Pulford

Inception: 1884

Architects: John Douglas

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://achurchnearyou.com/pulford-st-mary-the-virgin

GPS coordinates: 53.12240,-2.93480

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42