St Mary's Church, Ellesmere

The church originated in the Norman era, and still contains some elements of Norman architecture. The south chancel chapel dates from the early 14th century, and the tower from between 1439 and 1449. In 1848–49 the church was altered and restored by George Gilbert Scott. His work included replacing the nave, restoring the transepts, and adding a stair turret to the south transept. In 1883 Arthur Blomfield restored the south chancel chapel, and in 1887 J. Loughborough Pearson rebuilt the east wall of the chancel and reconstructed the east window. Pinnacles were added to the tower, or were restored, in 1904.

The nave arcades are carried on clustered piers and have moulded arches. The crossing is in Early English style. The roof of the south chancel chapel is considered to be one of the finest in the county. There is also a tombchest containing the alabaster effigies of Francis Kynaston (died 1590), and his wife. The organ was rebuilt with additions in 1997 by Cartwright and Cartwright. There is a ring of eight bells, all cast by Rudhall of Gloucester; three of these are dated 1727, four are dated 1768, and the eighth bell is dated 1799.