St Mary's Open Day

Come and explore the historic features of St Mary’s Church in Bishopstoke, inside and out. Discover the Delft tiles from Longmead House and the stained-glass window by the altar, gifted by the Barton family, who once lived at Longmead House. Children can also enjoy a treasure hunt, searching for historic features around the church and its grounds.

Outside, visitors can admire the carvings on the bell tower, visit the Commonwealth War Graves, and see the grave of Charlotte Collyer, a passenger on the Titanic.

There will also be a rare opportunity to go up the bell tower with the Bell Captain of the Bishopstoke Bell Ringers. The Stoneham Bells will perform during the event and then offer visitors the chance to have a go themselves.

There will also be refreshments available for a donation to the St Mary's Church Roof restoration fund.

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

10.00am - 3.00pm

Location & directions

St Mary's Church, Church Road, Bishopstoke, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 6DL

Directions:

There is some on-road parking outside the church but there is also some parking available at Bishopstoke Community Centre opposite the Church.

Contact on day:

Emma Earl

Telephone number:

+447949068532

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

There is no disabled access to the bell tower. Being an old building, the steps up the bell tower are steep and narrow so may not be accessible for everyone.

Additional information

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