St Mary’s Church, Nantwich — Attraction in Great Britain

What a wonderful Church, never visited Nantwich before so came across this medieval Church which is currently having work completed on the side so decided to pop in. Beautiful does not describe this enough. So peaceful and quiet, help inside if needed. Atmosphere is heavenly and whilst inside the sun shone through the beautiful stained glass right onto the alter. The carving was exquisite and if you like needlework then you must also go and see as every kneeling cushion has been embroidered with love and amazing detail. Please visit and give a small donation to help support the work on this church. Outside there is protected area of lawn which only adds to the love you feel...

Building commenced in 1280 and was completed in 1390. (Interruption due to the Black Death of 1349 – 1369). It is probable that there was an earlier Chapel on the site connected with Combermere Abbey.

Constructed from red sandstone on a cruciform plan with an octagonal tower standing just over 100 ft high astride the Crossing and containing a ring of eight bells.

The South Porch was added in the late 15th or early 16th centuries, and in the 1570s the nave roof was raised and clerestory windows inserted. The transept ceilings were...

A beautiful building in the heart of Nantwich town centre. Weather you are a religious person of not, you can't help but wonder just what skills the people who built such places had ! There would have been no power tools or lifting gear, everything was done by hand. Then when you've seen the outside, have a look around inside. There's lots of displays and information about the history of the Church and town. It would be rude to visit Nantwich and not spend some time in and...