While the oldest record of a church in this village dates back to the 12th century, the oldest parts of the current one, listed as a Grade II listed building, date from the 13th century. However, the nave had to be reconstructed in the 17th century after being struck by lightning.

Benjamin

September 1, 2021

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Grade II listed Church was built of local sandstone rubble with tiled roofs. Early C14 nave, chancel, aisles with chapels and C15 west tower, the nave and chancel roof, south porch and wall of the south aisle rebuilt after a fire of 1624.

Benjamin

February 15, 2023

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A very nice Grade II listed church

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Location: Chiddingstone, Sevenoaks, Kent, South East England, England, United Kingdom

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St Mary's Church, Chiddingstone

1. Hever Castle & Gardens – Mill Lane loop from Lingfield

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