St Botolph’s church is one of the most significant ecclesiastical buildings in the Diocese of Rochester.

Elements of a late 11th century nave survive within the building but the majority of the present church dates from a series of rebuildings and extensions from the 13th century right up until the end of the medieval period. Indeed the western tower was not commenced until 1518 and is an exceptional example of late perpendicular architecture. Although restored in the 19th century and then repaired in the early 20th century by WD Caroe, the church retains much of interest internally.

Of international importance is the Stanhope Chapel which contains a series of exceptional monuments spanning many centuries.

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February 26, 2023

Away from the roar of the M25, you might be surprised to find the quaint village of Chevening.
It looks ‘typically English’: a quiet country lane, sheep grazing the gently rolling hills, a scattering
of cosy cottages with a striking church at the centre. There’s even an old-fashioned red phone
box. But look more closely and a few questions might strike you.
Why for instance are there so few houses in the village? Why is there such a large church for
such a small population? And what’s hidden out of sight behind the high brick wall?
The answer is Chevening House, an English country house (also known as a manor house),
originally built for a member of the aristocracy. The grand house, tucked behind the high brick
wall, is the reason the village exists. Chevening is what’s known as an ‘estate village’; it was built
by the lord of the manor to house his workers and tenant farmers.
Chevening House and estate is also the reason for the large church.

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