St Edward's Church is a medieval Grade I listed church situated in the stunning Cotswold's countryside near Stow-on-the-Wold. It's a fantastic building with many interesting features such as nave columns decorated with nailhead carvings, an enchanting doorway, and gargoyles and carvings in the shape of a human head.

Sasha Taylor

August 20, 2020

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The earliest documented reference to a church in the hilltop town of Stow-on-the-Wold comes from AD 986. It is entirely possible that there was a church here long before that …

As the crow flies

August 25, 2023

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We always love visiting any churches on our walks, the history, architecture etc are spectacular. FYI - This door is popular with instagrammers.

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1. Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross – St Mary’s Church, Upper Swell loop from Donnington

12.8km

03:31

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Battle of Stow Monument – St Mary’s Church, Upper Swell loop from Stow-on-the-Wold

9.31km

02:35

170m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross – St Mary's Church, Lower Swell loop from Stow-on-the-Wold

7.23km

01:59

110m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 230 m

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Tuesday 10 March

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32 %

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Max wind speed: 29.0 km/h

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Location: Stow-On-The-Wold, Cotswold, Gloucestershire, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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Yew Tree Door at St Edward’s Church

1. Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross – St Mary’s Church, Upper Swell loop from Donnington

2. Battle of Stow Monument – St Mary’s Church, Upper Swell loop from Stow-on-the-Wold

3. Stow-on-the-Wold Market Cross – St Mary's Church, Lower Swell loop from Stow-on-the-Wold

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