St Mary the Virgin

St Mary's was built almost entirely in the early 14th century, at the same time as Sir John de Broughton was building the adjacent castle.

Broughton, Oxfordshire

Opening times

Wednesday, Sunday and Bank Holiday afternoons.

Address

Sandfine Road
Broughton
Oxfordshire
OX15 5EF

Inside, the chancel and nave are separated by a rare stone screen.

The chancel and the wide south aisle contain a remarkable collection of effigies and monuments commemorating the owners of the castle from the 14th century to the present day.

Another interesting feature is the large collection of hatchments of the Fiennes and Twisleton families from 1666 to 1847.

  • Social heritage stories

  • National heritage here

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Church of England

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St Peter & St Paul

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