Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld St Mary's Church

Old St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1005392
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Old St Mary's Church is a medieval parish church located in Bedfordshire, England. The building dates primarily to the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries, with the chancel representing the earliest phase of construction. The church is constructed of stone and displays characteristic features of Decorated and Perpendicular Gothic architecture, including pointed arch windows typical of the period. As a surviving example of medieval ecclesiastical architecture in the county, the church contributes to understanding the religious and social organization of medieval Bedfordshire parishes.

Old St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005392. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old St Mary's Church?

Old St Mary's Church is a medieval parish church located in Bedfordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005392.

Who is responsible for protecting Old St Mary's Church?

Old St Mary's Church is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1005392.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pirton Grange moated enclosure and associated settling pond, Pirton (6.7 km), Apsley Bury moated site and fishpond, south of Apsley End (7 km), Moated site at Faldo Farm (7.2 km).

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