St Mary's church, East Bilney

Who Was Thomas Bilney?
A brilliant Norfolk scholar nicknamed "Little Bilney," his 1516 spiritual conversion led him to preach salvation through faith alone. From Cambridge, he sparked the English Reformation by converting heavyweights like Hugh Latimer and William Tyndale. He was burned at the stake at Norwich’s Lollards' Pit in 1531.
• Thomas Bilney Exhibition: Explore a specially curated heritage display tracing his secret university meetings, dramatic life, and historic legacy.
• The Bilney Window: View the stunning chancel stained-glass window depicting pivotal scenes from his life.
• Ancestral Roots: See the nearby "Martyr’s Cottage" and the church's rare, historic Jacobean wood panelling.
Enjoy a scenic drive down Norfolk’s winding lanes and step through our ancient doors to discover how a local boy ignited a flame that reshaped a kingdom!

Timings

Friday 11 September:

0900 - 1800

Saturday 12 September:

0900 - 1800

Sunday 13 September:

1100 - 1800 church service at 0930 all welcome

Monday 14 September:

0900 - 1800

Tuesday 15 September:

0900 - 1800

Wednesday 16 September:

0900 - 1800

Thursday 17 September:

0900 - 1800

Friday 18 September:

0900 - 1800

Saturday 19 September:

0900 - 1800

Sunday 20 September:

0900 - 1800

Location & directions

St Mary's Church, Church Road, East Bilney, Dereham, Norfolk, NR20 4HN

Directions:

St Mary's church is approximately 1/4 mile outside the village. What3Words : redeeming.impulses.quantity

Contact on day:

Clare Hedges

Telephone number:

+447733152371

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Parking is in the church grounds and the grassy surface can be uneven. There is a step to access the church.

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