St Mary's Kingswood
High Street, Kingswood, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 8RS
St Mary's is an unusual church, having been built in 1723. In a recent renovation, it was re-painted in what are believed to be the original interior colours, so giving a good impression of how a church of that period would have looked. Other repairs and renovations have been done to the interior in time for the tercentenary, and the new memorial garden in the churchyard greatly improves the appearance of the church, so that it is looking its best.
Prior to the building of the new church, the parish church was the former Abbey church. Little now survives of Kingswood Abbey, but its fine gatehouse is managed by English Heritage. It stands close to the church, and will be open at the same time as the church, so a single visit can take in both sites.
The church is open both days, but please note that the normal Sunday service will be happening 1100-1200 on the Sunday. You are welcome to join us for that, but it's not the best time for viewing the exhibition.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 13 September:
- 1200-1600
- Sunday 14 September:
- 1200-1600
Location & directions
High Street, Kingswood, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, GL12 8RS
- Directions:
- St Mary's is at the bottom of High St, close to the Abbey Gateway. There is limited on-street parking, but more parking is available at the Chipping, at the top end of the High St.
- Contact on day:
- Revd Rick Williams 07833 940034
- Telephone number:
- +447833940034
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The church itself is fully wheelchair accessible. However, the difficulties in parking near the church may make wheelchair access difficult. The toilet is not fully accessible for those with severe disabilities.
Additional information
Along with the exhibition, there will also be an illustrated talk on the history of the church (7pm, talk begins at 7:30pm) with drinks and nibbles. Tickets for this event cost £5 to cover refreshments, and so are not done as 'Heritage Open Day' activity. However, should you wish to visit the exhibition and stay on for the talk, please email [email protected] for more information. St Mary's is very close to Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse, an English Heritage Property.
