Tour of St Mary de Haura church, Shoreham-by-Sea

St Mary de Haura is the parish church of New Shoreham and dates from 1103. The largest church between Brighton and Worthing it is a Grade 1 listed building for both its historical and architectural distinctiveness. In his book 'England’s Thousand Best Churches', Simon Jenkins describes it as “a magnificent church with a superb Choir, a textbook of comparative 12th century style.” It sits in the centre of the lovely Sussex town in its large churchyard which with it lovely trees, quiet ambience and seating make it an attractive place to pause and ponder. It is well used by townspeople and visitors. Features of the church the tour will highlight include Romanesque and transitional Gothic architecture, mediaeval graffiti, two Kempe stained-glass windows and a war memorial which honours the only RAF serviceman awarded the Victoria Cross in the Second World War. The church tours have been arranged in partnership with the Shoreham Society which itself is putting on a stunning range of Heritage Open Days events.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 07 September:

1030

Monday 09 September:

1430

Tuesday 10 September:

1430

Wednesday 11 September:

1130

Thursday 12 September:

1430

Friday 13 September:

1430

Location & directions

St Mary de Haura, Church Street, Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5DQ

Directions:

The church is in the centre of the attractive seaside town of Shoreham-by-Sea where there are plenty of places to park nearby. The town is also well served by public transport - buses and its own train station. Visitors are welcome to visit the church which is open every day. It is very close to restaurants, tea & coffee shops, car parks and public toilets. There is no obligation to go on one of the tours, you are welcome to visit any day. The tours will last one hour and will suit the gently curious rather than the expert on mediaeval churches (but of you are an expert, do visit and make yourself known, we'd love to meet you!). As well as visiting this remarkable church, the town's Shoreham Society is putting on a fabulous range of events as part of Heritage Open Days.

Contact on day:

William Payne

Telephone number:

+447702473569

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Booking is through the TryBooking website (link below)

Booking contact name:

Louise Smith

Booking telephone number:

+441273440202

Booking email:

[email protected]

Booking website:

https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DLDX

Booking opens:

01 Jul 2024 12:00 AM

Booking closes:

31 Aug 2024 12:00 AM

Accessibility details

The church is situated in the middle of the churchyard in the centre of the town of Shoreham-by-Sea. The churchyard has easily accessible tarmac footpaths which lead to the church. Public carparks are within 400 yards of the church. The church has no toilet facilities but public facilities are available in the town centre, and in the cafes and restaurants which are also within 400 yards of the church. If you are a wheelchair user or your mobility is restricted in other ways, please indicate this when booking.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

20

Est. tour duration:

1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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