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St Mary of the Purification

Only the west tower from the medieval 15th century church survives, the rest was built in 1739 by Rhodes of Barlborough and 1839 by Colvin.

Blidworth, Nottinghamshire

Opening times

Please contact us to arrange a visit.

Address

Main Street
Blidworth
Nottinghamshire
NG21 0QX

The church is reputed to be the burial place of Will Scarlet. The place is not known, but a piece of the earlier church serves as a memorial.

The church of St Mary of the Purification is the only church that is known to continue to hold an annual Rocking Ceremony during which a baby boy, born nearest to Christmas Day and having married, Christian parents living in Blidworth, is 'rocked' in a cradle on the Feast of the Purification of Mary, which is on the Sunday nearest to Candlemas.

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Social heritage stories

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Famous connections

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Church of England

Contact information

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