Church Of St Mary

The Church of St Mary is a Grade II* listed building located in Cloford, Wanstrow. Originally built in the 15th century, it was rebuilt in 1856 in the Decorated style, with the chancel extended in 1869 and a south porch added in 1887. The church is constructed from Doulting rubble and features a tile roof. It comprises a nave, an east chapel, a vestry, a chancel, and a west tower with a south porch.

The tower has two stages, with diagonal buttresses on the lower stage only, and is topped with an embattled parapet and pinnacles. Each side of the tower has a single two-light bell chamber opening, and the west side displays the coat of arms of the Horner family. The nave has three bays and the chancel has four bays, both featuring two-light pointed head openings, while the east window is a prominent three-light design, all adorned with tracery.

Inside, a notable feature is the wall monument dedicated to Sir George and Lady Horner, dated 1676. This monument includes two painted three-quarter rustic figures, each positioned under an arch, flanked by Classical columns that support a pediment enclosing a crested cartouche. Additionally, there is a simpler altar tomb for Marice Horner from 1621, and a tub font from the 11th century.