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Originally built in 1837 as a private family chapel this small Anglican church is simple in style and overlooks the village green.

The church is a peaceful haven beside the Pennine Way with a wildlife conservation project in the churchyard.

The church is notable for its collection of seven rare WWI wooden battlefield crosses, gifted to the families when replaced by permanent stone memorials.

In spite of the eclectic origins of its many parts, St Oswald's significance lies it its alterations and accumulation of features over time including Norman font and walls, 13th century windows, 15th century chancel and furniture by Thompson (the Mouseman).

Here the church goes with the house, or rather tower, for the outstanding feature of Layer Marney Tower is the huge brick gatehouse built by Sir Henry Marney, who became the first Lord Marney.

A small parish church set in the beautiful, rural Devon landscape.

The church was built in 1956.

A unique and magnificent Grade I listed building with a wonderful prayerful atmosphere, where visitors are welcome and worship takes place every day.

St Mary's is a Grade I listed building dating from the 12th century, set back from the village street in a location of extraordinary peace with a view south across the valley.

The church stands among the trees on the bank of the River Frome, beyond are peaceful meadows and the rush of the water.