St. Mary and All Saints, Plymstock
The church of St. Mary and All Saints, Plymstock, is a grade II* listed building part of which dates back to the thirteenth century. Partial refurbishment was undertaken in 2002 involving the re-siting of the mediaeval screen, provision of a new altar located in closer proximity to the congregation, and the removal of the choir stalls and a few pews although the majority of the latter remain in situ. Side chapels/quiet spaces behind the screen are used for prayer, services and meetings. The churchyard is closed and maintained by the local council.
COMMUNITY
Various activities take place under the auspices of St. Mary’s including lunches, social evenings, coffee mornings, short mat bowls, house groups, reading group and bell ringing.
SERVICES
A Parish Communion service is held on alternate Sundays. See the Parish Diary for details.
HALL BOOKINGS
Please contact: Jill Wevill Tel: 01752 405109
LOCATION
HISTORY
St Mary’s is a Grade II* listed building with a square embattled 3 stage tower with parapet. It is thought that there has been a place of worship on this site for over 1000 years. The church is built from local rubble with granite dressing, with most of the current building work dating to the 15th Century with some 19th Century restoration. Of note internally is the circular 16thC. Norman font, 17thC. pulpit with tester sounding board and the carved oak rood screen with parts of it dating back to the 15th century – thought to be the oldest in the region. There are numerous monuments inside the church dedicated to notable historical families in the region including the Harris family of Radford. The church has a large, closed churchyard containing monuments dating back to the 17th Century.