St Nicholas' Church, Uphill, Somerset
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St Nicholas' Church in Uphill -
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- Overview
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- What's nearby
Dramatic marshland views and grimacing gargoyles
A solitary, partially ruined Norman church stands alone on a hill above the Roman port of Axium.
The steep climb to the church is rewarded with views over the marshes and the Bristol Channel.
Look out for grimacing gargoyles and scratched sundials.
For further information about this church please contact Philippa Wood, Local Community Officer pwood@thecct.org.uk
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The leaning tower of the Levels
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St Nicholas' Church, Brockley, Somerset
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Pirate gravestones and family fireplaces
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Access information
Up a steep very long grass slope to the churchyard entrance, then a sloping tarmac porch with a level entrance into a flagstone – floored porch and one step down to the nave and chancel. Please could visitors take care on the hill, not owned by the trust, on which the church sits. Sensible footwear advised.
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Facilities & Hire
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a very small number of them have heating, running water and toilet facilities.The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor.
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Directions
1 miles south of Weston-super-Mare, off A370
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Transport
Nearest railway station: Weston-Super-Mare (1.7 miles)
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History & Further Information
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT 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.
Somerset County Guide
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in Somerset. 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
Uphill Church Plan May 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!
St Nicholas' Church, Uphill, is in our west region.
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