Church Of St Mary is a Grade I listed building in the Oxford local planning authority area, England. First listed on 12 January 1954. A C12 original (1175-1182) with C13 extension, late C15 alterations, C17 parapet work, 19th-century restorations (1823, 1844, 1858, 1860) Church.
Church Of St Mary
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- Grade
- I
- Local Planning Authority
- Oxford
- Country
- England
- Date first listed
- 12 January 1954
- Type
- Church
- Period
- C12 original (1175-1182) with C13 extension, late C15 alterations, C17 parapet work, 19th-century restorations (1823, 1844, 1858, 1860)
- Source
- Historic England listing
Description
The Church of St Mary is a parish church built between 1175 and 1182, featuring a nave, central tower, and chancel. In the 13th century, the chancel was extended by two bays to the east, with added buttressing and new windows towards the end of the century. The chancel underwent restoration in 1858. In the late 15th century, new windows were added to the nave and tower. The 17th century saw the construction of parapets on the south side and on the tower. The west gable was restored in 1823, during which the current round window was inserted in 1860. The church was generally restored in 1844. Notable features include Romanesque details and a Norman font. The churchyard contains many tombs, a fine chestnut tree by the entrance gate, and one of the largest and oldest yew trees in England at the rear of the church. Church Cottage, the Church of St Mary, and No 122 (Court House) with the Rectory on Mill Lane form a group.
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