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A Norman (12th century) church, St Mary’s is rich in interesting features including the famous ‘Bed Bug’ weather vane which is said to have been put there to commemorate King John’s fateful visit to the village.

A long flight of steps leading up to it from the town square gives great presence to this distinguished looking limestone building whose walls are topped with a parapet of intricately pierced stonework.

The church was established sometime in the 12th century and by 1356 it was dedicated to St Mary.

Well preserved medieval church, with some evidence of an even earlier church, which is full of references to the village history.

Situated at the top of a hill in the Southgate Green Conservation Area, has a 180 foot spire which forms a prominent landmark visible for miles in North London.

The Abbey of St Gregory the Great recalls a great French cathedral.

This ancient village was on the pilgrimage route to Bury St Edmunds and is full of history and legend.

Setting and position play a crucial part in the impact of the building and Long Melford's Holy Trinity is perhaps the finest example of this.