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St Bartholomew

St Bartholomew’s in Corsham is a beautiful Grade I listed building with a rich heritage and architecture dating from its Saxon origins through development by the Normans and in the 12th, 15th and 19th centuries.

Corsham, Wiltshire

Opening times

Open daily between 9am and 5pm.

Address

Church Square
Corsham
Wiltshire
SN13 0BY

The church and its tall spire stands out in its scenic setting adjacent to Corsham Court, Corsham Park and the surrounding historic listed buildings of the town centre. It is surrounded by a large, peaceful churchyard and has featured in Poldark and other films.

Outstanding church with much historical and architectural interest. A commanding tower and spire can be seen from the end of Church Street and the surrounding park land.

The church, Methuen and Fuller Chapels are built onto the original Saxon foundations and were developed across the Norman, 12th, 15th and 19th centuries. A major restoration by GE Street in 1875-78 included the repositioning of the tower and spire.

Internal features include the Methuen and Fuller family memorials and the large Tropenell tombs (1475). The Methuen Chapel features an exquisite alabaster effigy of Lady Methuen and a small child. Stained glass windows by Kempe (with tradesmark Wheatsheaf), Ninian Comper and others.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • National heritage here

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Famous connections

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Level access throughout

  • Church shop or souvenirs

  • Car park at church

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Church of England

  • Repair Grant, £15,000, 2009

  • Our Repair Grants funded urgent repair work to help keep churches open.

Contact information

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