St Mary's Church, Wormsley, Herefordshire
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A tiny church with ancient origins
Prettily set in hilly country, this tiny church has Norman origins although the shape of the churchyard, and its prominent position suggest an earlier foundation.
The nave, font and south doorway are twelfth century and the double bell-cote is thirteenth. In the churchyard are early nineteenth-century table tombs to Richard Payne Knight and his brother Thomas. Both were born nearby and, in different ways, each made their mark on the wider world: Richard was an archaeologist, architect and writer, while Thomas was an expert fruit grower who developed new varieties of apples.
Please make a contribution towards the upkeep of this church via our at our red donate button. A donation can also by made by texting "WOY" to 70970 to donate £5 or 70191 to donate £10.
Thank you
For further information about this church please contact the Local Community Officer by email [email protected]
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Access information
From farmyard entrance, up a grass slope through a gate and across a level grass path in the churchyard to the south porch. Grassy slope up from the farmyard entrance, otherwise clear access through a level south porch with no steps to the aisle.
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Facilities & Hire
Due to the historic nature of this church there is no electricity or toilet facilities.
There are fixed pews.
If you would like to hire this church please contact [email protected]
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Directions
8 miles north west of Hereford near Weobley; signpost to Wormsley and Herefordshire Golf Club from Weobley; turn left opposite golf club/post box; at edge of car park follow brown 'Historic Church' sign through track to farmyard and church.
Park neatly outside the church and do not obstruct gateways as this is a working farm.
What 3 Words to church gate: deck.ascendant.whisker
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Transport
Nearest railway station: Hereford (6.9 miles)
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History & Further Information
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church before you visit? You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.
Herefordshire & Worcestershire County Guide
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches we care for in Herefordshire & Worcestershire.
St. Mary's Church, Wormsley guidebook
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Volunteering Opportunities
We’d love to hear from anyone who would like to join our volunteering team at this church. Could you help with history tours, cleaning, gardening or supporting events perhaps?
To find out more please contact our Local Community Officer:
Tracy Genever [email protected]
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Community information
Click here to download a copy of the CP which sets out the shared vision for the future of the church. This is a working document that will be updated on a regular basis. If you have any feedback or if you want to contact us about the church plan please drop us a line. When you write, please do give the name of the church, thank you!
Latest church plan:
Wormsley Church Plan - August 2024.pdf 2
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