Historic churches · South East England
St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone
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St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church is a Grade II* listed Anglican church in Folkestone, Kent, situated not far from cliffs overlooking the English Channel. Parts of the building date from the 13th cent
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Folkestone Central · 1.0 km
- Free entry
About
St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church is a Grade II* listed Anglican church in Folkestone, Kent, situated not far from cliffs overlooking the English Channel. Parts of the building date from the 13th century, but it was largely rebuilt in the 19th century. It is unusual in having a central tower.
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Official information
St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church is a historic church located in Folkestone, known for its beautiful architecture and serene atmosphere. Visitors can explore the church's interior, which features stunning stained glass windows and a rich history dating back to the 13th century.
Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Kent Downs
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
From the Wikipedia article
St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church is a Grade II* listed Anglican church in Folkestone, Kent, situated not far from cliffs overlooking the English Channel. Parts of the building date from the 13th century, but it was largely rebuilt in the 19th century. It is unusual in having a central tower.
Excerpt from Wikipedia under CC BY-SA 4.0. See the source article linked in Sources below.
- Coordinates
- 51.0794, 1.1817
- County
- Kent
- District
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Parish
- Folkestone
- Postcode
- CT20 1SE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Folkestone and Hythe
- Phone
- 07407167426
- Nearest railway station
- Folkestone Central — 1 km
- Opening
- Monday to Saturday: 10am - 5pm; Sundays & Bank Holidays: 10am - 4pm
- Official site
- www.petticoatemporium.com
Sources
- wikipedia: St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone?
- St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone is in Kent, South-East England, United Kingdom (postcode CT20 1SE), in the parish of Folkestone.
- What is St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone?
- St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church is a Grade II* listed Anglican church in Folkestone, Kent, situated not far from cliffs overlooking the English Channel. Parts of the building date from the 13th cent
- How do I get to St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone?
- The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode CT20 1SE.
- Is St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone a protected site?
- Yes — St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone is part of the Kent Downs National Landscape (AONB).
- Is St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone free to visit?
- Yes, St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Mary and St Eanswythe's Church, Folkestone?
- The nearest railway station is Folkestone Central, about 1.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CT20 1SE.