St Mary's, Undy - a potted history

I photographed St Mary's church a couple of days ago and thought it might be of interest to add a little about our village church's history.

St Mary's church, Undy

St Mary's was erected in the early/mid 12^th century, although the church we see today bears little resemblance to the original.

The chancel was added in the 13^th century and later extended to its present size (date unknown). In 1880 a major restoration took place and a window was added to the north nave, though many of the other windows are much older. At this time a small central tower was removed and replaced by the bell turret we see today.

St Mary's church, Undy

The single bell housed in the turret dates from the 14^th century and is one of the church's most valued possessions. The church also features a Norman font and an ancient west doorway.

St Mary's 14^th Century Bell