Right next to The Church of St Mary here at the heart of Amersham, there is a really beautiful Garden of Remembrance and War Memorial dedicated to those who fell in World War 1.

As for the church, it's a very old one, dating from the 13th century. The history of the church includes the persecution of the Lollards (16th century) when a group of locals known as Amersham Martyrs were burnt at the stake on the hill above the town.

Since 1958, the church has been a Grade I listed building.

Grace Mulligan

June 26, 2023

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St Mary is a beautiful, Grade I listed church situated where the Roman Road crosses the little river in Amersham Old Town.

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Best Hikes to St Mary’s Church and Garden of Remembrance, Amersham

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1. Amersham Old Town & Coleshill loop — Chiltern Hills

11.5km

03:03

120m

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

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2. Amersham & Old Amersham loop — Chiltern Hills

4.43km

01:14

80m

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

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3. Old Amersham – Shardeloes Lake loop from Amersham

18.2km

04:50

180m

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

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: Amersham, Chiltern, Buckinghamshire, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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St Mary’s Church and Garden of Remembrance, Amersham

1. Amersham Old Town & Coleshill loop — Chiltern Hills

2. Amersham & Old Amersham loop — Chiltern Hills

3. Old Amersham – Shardeloes Lake loop from Amersham

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