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The tall Saxon tower of St Mary's was not always at the west end of the church as the original nave was dismantled in the late Norman period and the Norman chancel became the nave, with a new chancel added in the late 13th century.

Home to what many consider to be the finest Norman font in England, this impressive parish church is an excellent example of a medieval hall.

The church was largely rebuilt in 1859 and 1860 but has a 15th century tower, with a Tudor window and doorway.

Our listed church is over 910 years old with many Arts & Crafts decorative items, family histories and memorials, and a great welcome for everyone.

A beautiful 12th century church that is open every day of the year.

A glorious example of a Suffolk medieval 'wool church'.

St Margaret's magical stained glass glows with different colours.

Unchanged since its rebuilding in 1679; an oasis of tranquillity in a stunning location.

A temple to Apollo where George Bernard Shaw played the organ.

The churchyard site was an ancient burial ground going back to Anglo Saxon times, a buried Celtic cross, dating back to approximately 750AD, now sits proudly in the entrance porch.

Simon Jenkins, when chairman of the national trust, wrote 'Thaxted is the Queen of Essex and her crown is the church'.

900 years of worship in the heart of Oxfordshire.