St Peter

The churchyard has something of the character of a village green because of the array of cottages that overlook it, including Margaret Cottages, once the parish workhouse.

Cowfold, Sussex

Opening times

The church is open from 9am each day for visitors and for private prayer.

Address

The Street
Cowfold
Sussex
RH13 8BT

The oldest part of the church, dating from the 13th century, is the chancel; its north facing lancet windows still have some medieval stained glass.

The sturdily battlemented tower, of Wealden sandstone, is 15th century, as are the timber porch, the octagonal font and an outstanding, very large brass commemorating Thomas Nelond of Lewes priory who died in 1433, though this is not normally on public view.

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • 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

  • Cornerstone Grant, £10,000, 2011

  • Our Cornerstone Grants fund urgent repairs and essential community facilities such as toilets and kitchens to help keep churches open.

Contact information

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St George

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St Mary Magdalene

Bolney, Sussex

Originating from the 12th century, the church lies at the centre of this Sussex Weald village, is open daily and is alongside a traditional village pub!

St Mary

Shipley, Sussex

St Mary's stands in water meadows beside the young River Adur, close to the white windmill made famous as the fictional home of Jonathan Creek of TV fame.