St Edwold's Church, Stockwood, Dorset
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Photo: Tim Rubidge -
Photo: Tim Rubidge -
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One of England's smallest churches
Fifteenth-century St Edwold's is not much bigger than a single-decker bus, measuring only 9.1m by 3.9m. It nestles in an idyllic wooded valley and few could fail to be captivated by the charm of this tiny, rustic church beside a farmhouse with an old footbridge in front.
The single-celled building, with a western porch and perky little circular bell turret were both built in 1636. Its unique dedication to St Edwold, the ninth-century hermit of Cerne, could indicate that there have been 1000 years of worship on this spot.
For further information about this church please contact the Local Community Officer vgreen@thecct.org.uk
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All Saints' Church, Nether Cerne, Dorset
7.24 miles
A riverside church in the Cerne Valley
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St Cuthbert Old Chancel, Oborne, Dorset
7.81 miles
A tiny and enchanting survivor
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Holy Trinity Old Church, Bothenhampton, Dorset
11.78 miles
A church in the lea of the Downs
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Access information
Approached down a lane to Stockwood. Parking is on a gravel area by a gate which leads across a field to a footbridge leading to the churchyard. Across the grass to a level entrance to the west porch and no steps. Please note that the stone door frame is too narrow for a standard wheelchair to pass.
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Facilities & Hire
Due to its historic nature the church has no running water, toilet facilities or electricity.
Parking is very limited.
The maximum capacity of this church is 45 people.
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Directions
7 miles south of Yeovil, off A37
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Transport
Nearest railway station: Chetnole (1 mile)
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History & Further Information
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church before you visit? You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.
Cornwall, Devon and Dorset churches
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches we care for in Cornwall, Devon & Dorset.
St Edwold's, Stockwood Guidebook
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Community information
Click here to download a copy of the Church Plan which sets out the shared vision for the future of the church. This is a working document that will be updated on a regular basis. If you have any feedback or if you want to contact us about the church plan please drop us a line. When you write, please do give the name of the church, thank you!
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