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Mitcham Parish Church tower open morning

This event has finished Took place on: Saturday, 10th Sep 2022

 Free

Church open, exhibitions, graveyard talk and tour and bell tower ringing room open.

Grade II* listed. On the site of churches since before 1170, this brick and stucco building, opened in 1822, is the best example of George Smith's 'Gothic Perpendicular' architecture. Evidence of the Norman church remains at the base of the bell tower (housing eight bells). Fine monuments, some from previous buildings. Victorian stained glass windows.

Exhibitions relating to the church building - and its history back to Medieval times.
An exhibition provided by Merton Council's Heritage and Local Studies service on "What's in a name? : The history behind Mitcham streets and properties" will be on display.

Light Refreshments are available throughout the day.

Guided events start in the church:

1030-1200 Bell tower ringing room open with demonstrations (NB: spiral staircase).

1300 & 1500 Introductory talk and tour around the Graveyard."


Contact and Booking Details

This event has finished Took place on: Saturday, 10th Sep 2022

 Free

Booking details and information at this website.

No need to book tickets - just turn up on the day.

Disclaimer: All information given is correct at the time of compiling the listings. Any questions about the event should be directed to the event organiser. Photos and images used in this listing are supplied by the organiser.

2022-09-10 2022-09-10 Europe/London Mitcham Parish Church tower open morning Church open, exhibitions, graveyard talk and tour and bell tower ringing room open. https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/calendar/2022/09/10/mitcham-parish-church-tower-open-morning-303795 Mitcham Parish Church,Church Road,Mitcham,London

Location

Mitcham Parish Church,

Church Road,
Mitcham,
London,
CR4 3BP

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