The Church of St Mary the Virgin, Temple Balsall
Fen End Road West, Temple Balsall, West Midlands, B93 0AN
A tranquil rural setting dating back to 1146 and the Knights Templar, with 17th century endowments for church, almshouses and a school by the granddaughters of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. The history of Temple Balsall is focused on the Old Hall which was the headquarters for the Knights Templar from the 12th Century and The Church of St Mary the Virgin, built in the first 30 years of the 14th century by the Knights Hospitallers, which succeeded the Templars.
The church was restored in the 19th century by Sir George Gilbert Scott. The composer of 'It's a Long Way to Tipperary' is buried in the nearby cemetery.
Talk and tours are available. The Archives will be open and can be viewed in the Old Hall.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 1300-1600
- Sunday 08 September:
- 1100-1500 (Art Exhibition only)
Location & directions
Fen End Road West, Temple Balsall, West Midlands, B93 0AN
- Directions:
- Situated between Knowle and Balsall Common off the B4101.
- Contact on day:
- Rev Debbie Collins
- Telephone number:
- +441564778022
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Disabled Car Park available opposite school, on Fen End Road West.
