St Mary's, Hanley Castle, Worcestershire, England
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N 52° 04.543 W 002° 14.188
30U E 552328 N 5769734
St Mary's, Church End, Hanley Castle
Waymark Code: WMW76A
Location: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Date Posted: 07/19/2017
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member Marine Biologist
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From the church website:-
St Mary's church is a Medieval building of particular interest to the historian - damaged in the Civil War and partially rebuilt in the 17th century. There are many interesting grave stones and memorials, especially those of the Lechmere family. It is open at weekends, and on weekdays during school holidays.
From the local history website:-
The present church was founded in the 12th century using Roman bricks and Saxon stone in its construction, but the only remaining Norman feature is the south doorway. Extended soon after 1300, it retains 14th century nave windows and the north aisle. The original tower was damaged during the Civil War and was replaced by a massive brick tower with battlements in 1674, when the east end was rebuilt under the patronage of the Lechmere family of Severn End. They again rescued the church from decay in 1858 by funding a major restoration, including the installation of stained glass and Minton tiles. The tower contains a peal of six bells all originally cast by Abraham Rudhall of Gloucester in 1699; they were last recast and tuned in 1929.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1150

Age of Church building determined by?: Historical Society

If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Anglican

If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Sunday

Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 6:30 PM

Street address of Church:
Church End
Hanley Castle,


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If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: Not listed

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