Church of St. Dunstan, Mayfield

It is reported that the church was originally a log church which lasted until it was replaced by a stone structure in the 12th century by the Normans. In 1389 this church was virtually destroyed by fire. Only the tower, the lancet window in the west wall and the base of the north aisle survive to this day. Many of the memorials in the church belong to the Baker and Kirby families. These were local ironmaster families. Georgina Weldon is interred in the Dalrymple family vault.

The choir sings Choral Eucharist every Sunday in term time, and additionally Choral Evensong once a month, usually on the Last Sunday of the month. Their schedule also includes singing at weddings and funerals when requested in addition to leading Advent and Christmas Carol services. The choir also maintains a strong junior presence, and draws children and young people from the surrounding area through a reputation for high quality music making and education. Many choristers and choir members have gone on to sing with choirs such as Salisbury Cathedral Choir, Ex Cathedra, The Holst Singers and The Sixteen. Some have even continued to study music at institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge,…