St Peter

St Peter's has a prominent position in Winchcombe, on the main thoroughfare. It was built in the years up to 1468 and is a wonderful example of 15th century perpendicular church architecture. It is not strictly speaking a 'wool' church but was of that era and both the local lord of the manor, Sir Ralph Boteler, and the townsfolk funded its construction.

The church welcomes visitors from across the globe throughout the year. There are a wealth of historical features within the church.

St Peter's is built of Cotswold stone and has many features of the vernacular architecture. Outside, the 40 or so grotesques are of particular note and also the gilded weathercock purchased from St Mary, Redcliffe in 1874. There is a particularly fine altar cloth which dates back to Henry VIII's days which is well worth having a look at. It is kept behind a curtain to keep out the light.