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The Parish Church of St. Mary's

Mainly late 15th century, with north wall of chancel 13th and east wall of north chapel 14th. Originally the churchyard surrounded the church on all sides.

Over the south porch is Dove Chamber, named after the Rev. Dove rector from 1617-1622, and contained a small library of early theological books, reached by narrow winding stairs, it also contains a 16th century chest.

The large west end doors were apparently installed so that the old town fire engine could be kept there. The building was also regularly used for the meetings of the local people with rights to the commons, as ordered by the act of 1771.

See note in "Interior Photo's"