Marcham : All Saints

The origins of the church are 13th century. Built of coursed dressed limestone with ashlar dressings, except the tower which is of uncoursed limestone rubble. The chancel roof is gabled and of stone slate, whilst the nave roof is of Welsh slate. The church was extensively rebuilt in 1837 by William Fisher of Oxford (d.1847).






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About this church

The Grade II* listed building contains many elements of its historical past. The archway between the chancel and North chapel and the three-storey tower are probably 13th century. The tower retains its original lancets and a stair turret in the NE corner. The South porch is gabled and shelters a 14th century doorway. Windows contain examples of three light Early English and Perpendicular designs. There are also original lancets in the East wall of the chancel.


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