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All Saints

Dating back to Saxon times, the church stands on one of the oldest sites of continuous Christian worship in this country.

Barton Stacey, Hampshire

Opening times

A key to the church is available from the village shop.

Address

The Street
Barton Stacey
Hampshire
SO21 3RT

Much of the present church dates back to the mid 13th century when a major rebuild took place in the Early English (Gothic) style which gives the cruciform shape of the church as it is today. About 1450 the windows were enlarged in typically perpendicular Gothic style, and the southwest buttress was added. About 1510 the remarkably fine turreted and embattled tower was built into the west end of the church.

The Victorians undertook extensive renovations adding the pine arch roof to the chancel. The stained glass windows depict both Old and New Testament images. Most recently the medieval encaustic tiles in the sanctuary, similar to those to be found in Winchester Cathedral, have undergone major conservation. The church houses a fine peal of six bells. For many years the church served as the official garrison church to Barton Stacey Army Camp and is decorated with regimental shields at the rear of the nave. The churchyard contains fine 18th century chest tombs.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Social heritage stories

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Famous connections

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Steps to enter the church or churchyard

  • Ramp or level access available on request

  • Parking within 250m

  • Dog friendly

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Church of England

Contact information

Other nearby churches

All Hallows

Whitchurch, Hampshire

There has been such a church in Whitchurch as early as 800 AD and probably earlier.