Holy Cross

Ramsbury was the seat of the Bishops of Wiltshire from 909 to 1058 from which period fragments of crosses remain.

Ramsbury, Wiltshire

Opening times

Open daily.

Address

Back Lane
Ramsbury
Wiltshire
SN8 2QH

The Grade I church is of many periods from the Early English chancel to the ornate Victorian south porch. There is a Gothick organ, good Victorian glass and many monuments, the most elaborate of which is that of 1682 to Sir William Jones, sometime Attorney General.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Social heritage stories

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Café within 500m

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Church of England

Contact information

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