Church Of St Peter And St Paul

The Church of St Peter and St Paul, located on High Street in Grays, was largely rebuilt in 1846 but retains elements from the 13th century, including the north tower and the south chapel. The building is constructed of ragstone and flint rubble with limestone dressings. The chancel and nave are from the 19th century, except for the south doorway, which dates back to the 13th century and features moulded jambs and a two-centred arch. The crosswing has been rebuilt but includes east and west arches that are designed in the late 12th or early 13th century style. The 13th-century north tower consists of three stages, with the top stage being modern. There is an early 13th-century arch from the crosswing that is two-centred and has two chamfered orders. The east and north walls also feature 13th-century arches, with the east wall containing three original lancet windows, while the west wall has a modern arch. The second stage of the tower has three lancet windows that are now blocked. There are two original doors in the south-west angle. The 13th-century south chapel has an original arch in the north wall, which is two-centred and has two chamfered orders, with responds that have moulded capitals and bases. The south wall includes a modern window, and the west wall has a 13th-century lancet. Inside, there is a 16th-century screen and font, some medieval tiling, and a brass from 1510.