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St Mary the Virgin

This small, charming church nestles in the village of Muker in Upper Swaledale and has much to interest the casual visitor.

Muker, Yorkshire

Opening times

Open daily.
Parking is limited in the village and the church sits atop a steep, short hill.

Address

Church Street
Muker
Yorkshire
DL11 6DN

View map

54.3686771, -2.14653

St Mary’s is a simple church set above the village which blends in with its surroundings. It is one of the few churches to be built in the reign of Elizabeth I and was consecrated in 1580. 

It was originally built as a chapel of ease for St Andrew’s in Grinton, lower down the valley. It had a thatched roof and no tower. The thatch was replaced by stone slates in 1761 when pews were installed in the church. The tall narrow tower dates from 1793, although looks older. The clock was paid for by public subscription to commemorate the wedding of King George V and Queen Mary. 

  • Magnificent memorials

  • 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

Contact information

Church website

Gallery

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