Church of St Margaret of Antioch, Leigh Delamere, Wiltshire
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A dramatic Victorian confection
James Thomson (who also designed nearby Grittleton House) built this church in 1846, built using parts of its twelfth-century predecessor, such as the splendid bell-cote which can now be seen at Sevington School one mile to the west.
The rest is impressively dramatic. The Gothic gloom of the chancel, with its extravagant reredos, carved and decorated in many colours, contrasts with the tremendous colours of the great west window by Wilmshurst.
A free online audio tour of the church can be accessed here.
This church costs £3221 per year to maintain. Please make a contribution towards its upkeep here.
For further information about this church please contact Philippa Wood, Local Community Officer pwood@thecct.org.uk
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6.84 miles
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St Saviour's Church, Tetbury, Gloucestershire
8.70 miles
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Access information
Limited on road parking. Through lychgate up 5 steps to tarmac path then through narrow south porch with 4 further steps to enter the church.
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Facilities & Hire
Due to its historic nature St Margaret's has no running water or toilet facilities. It does have lighting.
If you would like to hire this church please contact the Regional Office west@thecct.org.uk
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Directions
5 miles north east of Chippenham and 2 miles west of Exit 17 and north of M4
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Transport
Nearest railway station: Chippenham (4.1 miles)
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History & Further Information
A free online audio tour of the church can be accessed here.
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.
Wiltshire County Guide
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches we care for in Wiltshire. Printed copies of the county guide are also available at the church.
Download a copy of the church guidebook
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Community information
Leigh Delamere Church Plan Jan 2023.pdf
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!
All our Wiltshire churches are in our West region.
Useful local links
- Visit Wiltshire website: http://www.visitwiltshire.co.uk/
- Wiltshire Family History Society: http://www.wiltshirefhs.co.uk
- Wiltshire Archaeological & Natural History Society: http://www.wiltshireheritage.org.uk/society/
- Diocese of Salisbury: http://www.salisbury.anglican.org/
This church costs £3221 per year to maintain. Please make a contribution towards its upkeep here.