The glory of St Mary's is its holy well, the only such one in the
diocese. Down in a hollow, hidden from the road, is the site of
the original Saxon 'church', a spring that became a font, and was
later enclosed in the 9th century.
The Normans began a stone church higher up the slope, to
which a fine, solid tower was added in 1510. The interior may
have too many pews, but it has a fine, light screen, an 18th
century altar, an attractive statue of Mary and Child, and a fine
set of six bells, with an active team of ringers. There is much to
satisfy eyes and ears. It is popular for weddings, and groups
come to ring the bells.
The holy well was given an elegant octagonal covering in the
18th century. This has been recently restored, with a disabled
access path winding down to it. With modern farming methods,
no spring water can be guaranteed safe, but it is much
appreciated by many. Sprinkling and healing services occur
mainly in the summer months.

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