Attleborough in Norfolk, England, United Kingdom — Northwestern Europe (the British Isles)
St Mary's Church
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Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 24, 2026
1. St Mary's Church Marker
The central tower features a lower section that dates back to the early 13th century, with the upper part completed in the early 14th century.
The south transept was constructed around the 1290, while the north transept from the mid-4th century. The nave and aisles likely date from the mid-14th century, with the north porch finished in the 15th century. The church is primarily constructed of flint with stone dressings. Its west entrance features an ornate arch, above which sits a large with intricate tracery. The aisles are adorned with several 3-light windows, each showcasing unique designs. The south aisle includes decorative knapped flint panels and is divided into five bays by buttresses. The north aisle mirrors the south, featuring multiple windows and a two-storey porch made of knapped flint, embellished with decorative carvings.
Inside, the church boasts a five bay arcade with elongated piers and detailed arches. The late 15th-century nave roof displays intricate wooden designs and carvings. A significant
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The early 18th-century pulpit, characterised by raised panels and intricate carvings, complements an ornate lectern. The church also houses several murals and remnants of medieval paintings, enhancing its historical significance.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1290.
Location. 52° 31.085′ N, 1° 1.098′ E. Marker is in Attleborough, England, in Norfolk. It is on Church Street, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 6 Church St, Attleborough, England NR17 2AH, United Kingdom. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in England’s East Anglia. Globally, it is on the Atlantic Ocean, in the North Atlantic Region, in Europe, in Atlantic Europe, on one of the British Isles, in the Western World, and in the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Roman Empire.
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Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 24, 2026
2. St Mary's Church
Photographed by Ray Gurganus, April 24, 2026
3. St Mary's Church
Credits. This page was last revised on July 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on July 19, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 10 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on July 19, 2026, by Ray Gurganus of Washington, District of Columbia. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.
