St Mary's Kingswood

St Mary's is an unusual church, having originally been built in 1723, at a time when there was relatively little church building taking place. Despite further modifications, it gives a good impression of how a church of that period would have looked. Other repairs and renovations were done to the interior in time for its tercentenary in 2023, and the relatively 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 church.

Timings

Saturday 12 September:

1200-1600

Sunday 13 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

St Mary's is very close to Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse, an English Heritage Property. This is not regularly open, but will be open as part of the Heritage Open days, allowing the two to be visited together.

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