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St Mary

St Mary's was built by one Walter in 1100 AD.

Pakenham, Suffolk

Opening times

Daily 10am to 5pm.

Address

Church Hill
Pakenham
Suffolk
IP31 2LN

Consisting of nave, central tower and chancel, which was extended in 13th century. Decorated windows inserted in nave and octagonal 14th century decorated belfry added to tower. Perpendicular windows inserted at east and west ends 15th century. Nave roof transepts rebuilt by SS Teulon mid 19th century. Interior reordered and exterior renovated (1980-2007) and tower strengthened.

  • 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

  • Repair Grant, £3,000, 2007

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

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