St Mary's Church, Burham
Kent
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About this church
On the pathway of pilgrims
Standing peacefully under the Downs, on the pilgrims' route to Canterbury, is this stocky flint-and-ragstone church with its stocky west tower. It was deserted when the village moved to higher ground. St Mary's is curious architecturally: north and south aisles were added to the original twelfth-century structure and later pulled down, leaving clear evidence of its history. The rustic, partially plastered interior is lovely and there are two ancient Norman fonts.
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Access information
There is a grassy slope to the churchyard and two steps down into the church.
Volunteering opportunities
Find out more about What's On at St. Mary's Burham, or helping to volunteer.
Facilities & hire
Due to the historic nature of our buildings only a small number have heating, running water and toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor.
- Church available for hire
- Opportunities to volunteer
Directions
Five miles north west of Maidstone, off A229. Follow Historic Church sign in Burham along Court Road.
Transport
Nearest railway station: Snodland (0.7 miles).
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.
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches we care for in Kent. Printed copies of the county guide are also available at the church.
