Church Of St Thomas

The Parish Church of St Thomas, likely founded around 1220, is a prominent building in New Sarum. It was enlarged during the 14th and 15th centuries, with the tower constructed around 1400. The church was rebuilt and extended in the 15th century. Built of stone, portions of the exterior are plastered. The tower is located in an almost detached position and contains bells that were originally housed in the cathedral belfry. A mural painting of the Last Judgment adorns the head of the chancel arch, dating from the mid-15th century. The church features fine timber work in the roofs of the aisles and other areas. It stands in an appealing setting within the churchyard, surrounded on three sides by older buildings. The west and south sides of the church have tile hanging, providing a richly coloured backdrop. St Thomas's Church is part of a group that includes the rear elevations of numbers 1 to 17 (odd) Minster Street and numbers 36 to 52 (even) Silver Street.