Marden St Mary the Virgin Aiden McRae Thompson

St Mary the Virgin

St Mary the Virgin, Marden is in a peaceful location on the east bank of the River Lugg and surrounded by farmland.

Marden, Herefordshire

Opening times

Open during daylight hours.

Address

Church Lane
Marden
Herefordshire
HR1 3EN

The present church was built around 1240. Due to its pilgrimage connections, it is unusually large for such a small village. The tower was added around 1340.

Over the past few years the church has restored the derelict bell tower and commissioned new bells.

  • Captivating architecture

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Dog friendly

  • Level access to the main areas

  • On street parking at church

  • Parking within 250m

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Church of England

  • Partnership Grant, £5,000, 2018

  • Our Partnership Grants funded a range of repair projects, recommended by County Church Trusts, to help keep churches open.

Contact information

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