Historic churches · East of England
St Mary's Church, Badley
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St Mary's Church, Badley — church in Badley, Suffolk, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Needham Market · 3.1 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
To visit St Mary's Church in Badley, you can take a train to Needham Market, which is approximately 3.1 km away. The postcode for the church is IP6 8RU, which you can use for sat-nav coordinates. Entry to the church is free.
About
St Mary's Church, Badley is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1200. Built in the English Gothic architecture style. Heritage designation: Grade I listed building. Wikidata describes it as: "church in Badley, Suffolk, England, UK". Coordinates: 52.1630°, 1.0140°.
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Heritage listing
St Mary's Church is a redundant Anglican church in the village of Badley, Suffolk, England. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building, and is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. The church is located some 3 miles (5 km) southeast of Stowmarket on the west side of the B1113 road, and is approached by a track about a mile long.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
St Mary's Church in Badley is a historic church known for its architectural features and serene atmosphere. Visitors can explore the church's interior and appreciate its historical significance.
From the Wikipedia article
St Mary's Church is a redundant Anglican church in the village of Badley, Suffolk, England. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building, and is under the care of the Churches Conservation Trust. The church is located some 3 miles (5 km) southeast of Stowmarket on the west side of the B1113 road, and is approached by a track about a mile long.
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Background
History
The oldest fabric in the church dates from about 1200, although most of it was built in the 15th century. The roofs date from the early 16th century, and the top stage of the tower was rebuilt during that century. The south porch was added in the 14th century, but it was largely rebuilt in the 20th century.
Architecture
The font dates from the 13th century and is made in Purbeck marble. It has an octagonal bowl and a 17th-century oak cover with an acorn finial. The pews date from the 15th to the 17th century. Most of them are from the 16th century, although there is a bench from the 15th century with animals carved on its buttresses. Part of a 15th-century rood screen has been incorporated in 17th-century box pews.
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- Coordinates
- 52.1630, 1.0140
- County
- Suffolk
- District
- Mid Suffolk
- Parish
- Badley
- Postcode
- IP6 8RU
- Parliamentary constituency
- Central Suffolk and North Ipswich
- Established
- 1200
- Nearest railway station
- Needham Market — 3.1 km
- Official site
- www.visitchurches.org.uk
Sources
- wikidata: Q7594270 (CC0)
- wikipedia: St Mary's Church, Badley (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Badley - Church of St Mary.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is St Mary's Church, Badley?
- St Mary's Church, Badley is in Suffolk, East of England, United Kingdom (postcode IP6 8RU), in the parish of Badley.
- What is St Mary's Church, Badley?
- St Mary's Church, Badley — church in Badley, Suffolk, England, UK.
- How do I get to St Mary's Church, Badley?
- The nearest railway station is Needham Market, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode IP6 8RU.
- When was St Mary's Church, Badley built?
- Built or established in 1200.
- Is St Mary's Church, Badley a listed building?
- St Mary's Church, Badley is officially recognised as Grade I listed building listed.
- Is St Mary's Church, Badley free to visit?
- Yes, St Mary's Church, Badley is free to enter.
- How do I get to St Mary's Church, Badley?
- The nearest railway station is Needham Market, about 3.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode IP6 8RU.