St Mary's Church

Magor, United Kingdom

Architecturally, St Mary's Church was one of the most ambitious churches in the county. It is in the Decorated style with a prominent, integral, tower. The church was originally dedicated to St Leonard, until the mid-nineteenth century restoration. The porch, of the fourteenth/fifteenth centuries, has buttresses which display gargoyles and pinnacles.

The interior contains interesting, nineteenth-century, stained glass, including The Good Shepherd by Kempe & Co of 1930–31.

Next to the church stands The Procurator's House, a sixteenth house, now ruined, which belonged to the vicarage of Magor.

References:

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Religious sites in United Kingdom

Address

Priory Court 2, Magor, United Kingdom

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Details

Founded: 13th century
Category: Religious sites in United Kingdom

More Information

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Rating

4.9/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Rachel Williams (2 years ago)
Beautiful church, warm and friendly congregation and Vicar.

Mary Lewis (2 years ago)
Beautiful church

Jordan Whild (3 years ago)
The most beautiful church

Vicky F (3 years ago)
Lovely church, visited for a wedding, vicar very welcoming.

Roger Williams (5 years ago)
Lovely building and fantastic welcoming congregation.

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