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St Mary's Church, Weymouth - Explore Regency Heritage
Heritage Open Day: Weymouth's Regency Church. Discover Weymouth’s Regency church, a gem hidden in plain sight in the town centre. It’s a Grade I listed building. There has been a church here since medieval times - initially a chapel, later becoming the parish church of Melcombe Regis. King George III was a regular attender in the old building during his visits to Weymouth. His granddaughter, Princess Charlotte, also attended the old church during her visits and made a sizable donation towards the construction of today’s building, which was opened in 1817. Come along to admire this historic church, which includes a painting of the Last Supper by Sir James Thornhill, dating from the 1720s.
There will be tours, talks, a historical display and opportunities to ask questions about life in Regency Weymouth. Refreshments will be available.
There will be tours, talks, a historical display and opportunities to ask questions about life in Regency Weymouth. Refreshments will be available.
Saturday 20 September
St Mary’s Church, St Mary Street, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 8PU
Sat 20 Sep:1100-1600; Free Entry.
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