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The church of St Mary, English Bicknor
Heritage Open Day: St. Mary the Virgin in English Bicknor is a Grade I listed Norman church (c. 1100). It features remarkable Norman architecture, medieval effigies, and a rare anti-clockwise bell ring. St. Mary the Virgin in English Bicknor is a Grade I listed Norman church (c. 1100), nestled within an ancient Saxon/Norman castle site. Its exceptional Norman architecture features remarkable arches and finely carved stonework, including unique beak heads.
Inside, discover a wagon-roofed nave, 13th-century chancel, a 15th-century screen, and Percy Bacon stained glass. The church is home to medieval stone effigies from the 13th-14th centuries, offering a profound glimpse into local history.
Inside, discover a wagon-roofed nave, 13th-century chancel, a 15th-century screen, and Percy Bacon stained glass. The church is home to medieval stone effigies from the 13th-14th centuries, offering a profound glimpse into local history.
Wednesday 17 September
Church House, English Bicknor, Coleford, Gloucestershire GL16 7PG
Wed 17 Sep:12 - 2; Free Entry.
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