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Church of St Mary

Free admission

Church of St Mary — church in Clipsham, Rutland, United Kingdom.

Church of St Mary, historic churches in East Midlands

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h
  • Free entry

About

Church of St Mary is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Heritage designation: Grade II* listed building. Affiliated with Anglicanism. Wikidata describes it as: "church in Clipsham, Rutland, United Kingdom". Coordinates: 52.7362°, -0.5645°.

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From the Wikipedia article

St Mary's Church is a Church of England parish church in Clipsham, Rutland. It is a Grade II* listed building.

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Background

History

The church dates back to the 12th century. The tower, which has a spire and consists of three stages, was built c1300. The roof is pyramid-shaped and has turrets. There are northern and southern arcades, dating from Norman era and c1200, by the nave. The church also has a piscina, a Norman font and clerestory. In the northern chancel there is a chapel whose roof dates from the 19th century. In 1858 the church was restored. The church has a pulpit, oak pews, a lectern and reredos dating back to c1860. The eastern window in the chapel has some 15th-century glass with pictures of medieval birds and coats of arms.

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Coordinates
52.7362, -0.5645
District
Rutland
Parish
Clipsham
Postcode
LE15 7SF
Parliamentary constituency
Rutland and Stamford

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Church of St Mary?
Church of St Mary is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE15 7SF), in the parish of Clipsham.
Is Church of St Mary a listed building?
Church of St Mary is officially recognised as Grade II* listed building listed.
Is Church of St Mary free to visit?
Yes, Church of St Mary is free to enter.
How do I get to Church of St Mary?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LE15 7SF. It sits within the Rutland and Stamford parliamentary constituency.