Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSt Mary's Church, West Hythe

St Mary's Church, West Hythe

England
List entry 1005498
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

St Mary's Church, West Hythe is a medieval parish church located in Kent, England. The church dates from the Norman period, with the chancel and nave representing the earliest phases of construction, whilst later medieval periods saw the addition of further structural elements including the tower. The building is constructed principally of stone and flint, materials typical of ecclesiastical architecture in the Kentish region. St Mary's retains elements of historical and architectural interest characteristic of parish churches that have served their communities from the medieval period onwards.

St Mary's Church, West Hythe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005498. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is St Mary's Church, West Hythe?

St Mary's Church, West Hythe is a medieval parish church located in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005498.

Who is responsible for protecting St Mary's Church, West Hythe?

St Mary's Church, West Hythe 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 1005498.

What other scheduled monuments are near St Mary's Church, West Hythe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Royal Military Canal, West Hythe Dam to West Hythe Bridge (0.5 km), Early medieval flood defence at Botolph's Bridge, West Hythe (0.9 km), Saxon Shore fort now called Stutfall Castle, 468m south-west of St Stephen's Church (1.1 km).

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