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St Edwold's Church, Stockwood

North Yorkshire

Overview

Address

Stockwood, Dorchester, North Yorkshire, DT2 0NG
Where to find this church

Opening times

Open daily

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About this Church

One of England's smallest churches

Fifteenth-century St Edwold's is not much bigger than a single-decker bus, measuring only 9.1m by 3.9m. It nestles in an idyllic wooded valley and few could fail to be captivated by the charm of this tiny, rustic church beside a farmhouse with an old footbridge in front.

The single-celled building, with a western porch and perky little circular bell turret were both built in 1636. Its unique dedication to St Edwold, the ninth-century hermit of Cerne, could indicate that there have been 1000 years of worship on this spot.

For further information about this church please contact the Local Community Officer vgreen@thecct.org.uk

 

Access Information

Approached down a lane to Stockwood. Parking is on a gravel area by a gate which leads across a field to a footbridge leading to the churchyard. Across the grass to a level entrance to the west porch and no steps. Please note that the stone door frame is too narrow for a standard wheelchair to pass. 

Facilities & Hire

Due to its historic nature the church has no running water, toilet facilities or electricity. 

Parking is very limited.

The maximum capacity of this church is 45 people.

  • Church Available for Hire

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.

Cornwall Devon Dorset County Guide

This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches we care for in Cornwall, Devon & Dorset.

St Edwolds Church Stockwood Guidebook

 

Directions

7 miles south of Yeovil, off A37

Transport

Nearest railway station: Chetnole (1 mile)

Community Information

Click here to download a copy of the Church Plan 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!

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