Routes

Planner

Features

Updates

App

Login or Signup

Get the App

Login or Signup

Discover
Places to see
United Kingdom
England
East Of England
Essex
Uttlesford
Widdington

St Mary the Virgin and All Saints Church, Debden

Highlight • Religious Site

St Mary the Virgin and All Saints Church, Debden

Recommended by 3 hikers

Save

Share

  • More

  • Save

    Share

  • More

  • Take Me There

    Routes here

    Best Hikes to St Mary the Virgin and All Saints Church, Debden

    5.0

    (2)

    8

    hikers

    1. Prior's Hall Barn – Widdington Village Sign loop from Debden

    10.8km

    02:53

    120m

    120m

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

    Navigate

    Send to Phone

    Intermediate

    Tips

    August 21, 2023

    The original early 13th century church was rebuilt in the 14th and 15th centuries, and for the next 250 years nothing eventful happened. Then, in 1698, the steeple collapsed. It was rebuilt, but just 19 years later it collapsed again and this time there was no money for repairs.

    After several years, during which parts of the church were in ruins, a building campaign began in the then fashionable Gothick style.

    The most dramatic element of that work is the octagonal 'chapel' that was built beyond the nave in 1792. This has all the classic elements of Gothick design, complex pendent shapes and use of plasterwork. Here is the tomb chest of Richard Chiswell, who commissioned all this work, but then committed suicide in 1797 after a financial disaster.

    Misfortune struck again in 1878 with a serious fire. The west end of the church, including the troublesome steeple, was rebuilt in 1930, and in 2000 the 'New Room' was added, with pinnacles to match the rest of the building.

    Source: nationalchurchestrust.org

      In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

      Sign up for free

      Details

      Informations

      Elevation 90 m

      Weather

      Powered by AerisWeather

      Today

      Thursday 23 October

      11°C

      5°C

      100 %

      If you start your activity now...

      Max wind speed: 33.0 km/h

      Loading

      Location: Widdington, Uttlesford, Essex, East Of England, England, United Kingdom

      Other Popular Places to Check Out

      Audley End House and Audley End Road Gate

      Explore
      RoutesRoute plannerFeaturesHikesMTB TrailsRoad cycling routesBikepacking
      Download the app
      Follow Us on Socials

      © komoot GmbH

      Privacy Policy