St Mary's, West Somerton, West Somerton
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St Mary's, West Somerton, West Somerton
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Standing on a slight rise above the village,
St Mary's church dates back to Norman times.
It has a round tower with octagonal top, a thatched nave, a magnificent chancel, and contains fine examples of 14th century wall-
paintings, and a medieval pulpit and screen.
In the graveyard is the massive tomb of Robert Hales, the Norfolk Giant, a Victorian celebrity who was seven feet six inches tall.
The nave and porch have just been re-thatched, leaving the church looking truly splendid.
The restoration of the medieval wall-paintings is the next project.
The church is open daily. We warmly welcome visitors to our church and services.
West Somerton is a small village of fertile farmland and low lying grazing marshland, situated ten miles to the north
of Great Yarmouth, between the coast and the Norfolk Broads. The Staithe, in
the heart of the village gives access to the River Thurne and is a popular mooring spot for holiday makers.
St Mary's church dates back to Norman times.
It has a round tower with octagonal top, a thatched nave, a magnificent chancel, and contains fine examples of 14th century wall-
paintings, and a medieval pulpit and screen.
In the graveyard is the massive tomb of Robert Hales, the Norfolk Giant, a Victorian celebrity who was seven feet six inches tall.
The nave and porch have just been re-thatched, leaving the church looking truly splendid.
The restoration of the medieval wall-paintings is the next project.
The church is open daily. We warmly welcome visitors to our church and services.
West Somerton is a small village of fertile farmland and low lying grazing marshland, situated ten miles to the north
of Great Yarmouth, between the coast and the Norfolk Broads. The Staithe, in
the heart of the village gives access to the River Thurne and is a popular mooring spot for holiday makers.
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Pauline Burckitt - Churchwarden
Bank House
Horsey Road
West Somerton
Norfolk
NR29 4AB
Tel: 01493 393579
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Sunday
Holy Communion BCP
Every first Sunday at 9:45 AM for 1 hour
Every first Sunday at 9:45 AM for 1 hour
Family Service
Every third Sunday at 10:30 AM for ¾ hour
Every third Sunday at 10:30 AM for ¾ hour
Thursday
Morning Prayer
Psalms & canticles are recited. A scripture passage is read. Prayers for the church, the world, the parish & individuals are offered up.
Every Thursday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Psalms & canticles are recited. A scripture passage is read. Prayers for the church, the world, the parish & individuals are offered up.
Every Thursday at 9:00 AM for 20 minutes
Summer Fete
Traditional Village Fete beside the Village Hall. Norfolk Broads Concert band and many stalls and attractions. From 2-4pm.
Saturday 14th August 2010 at 2:00 PM for 2 hours
Riverside Songs of Praise
Songs of Praise with the Norfolk Broads Concert Band, beside Somerton Staithe. (NB this service will take place in the marquees beside the village hall if wet)
Sunday 15th August 2010 at 10:30 AM for 1 hour
Other information
A Church Near You ID: 6106
Built: 11th & 13th Century
Style of worship: BCP and Informal
Our Patron: Dean & Chapter Norwich Cathedral
Built: 11th & 13th Century
Style of worship: BCP and Informal
Our Patron: Dean & Chapter Norwich Cathedral
Archdeaconry: NORFOLK (262)
Deanery: GREAT YARMOUTH (26209)
Benefice: Flegg Coastal Benefice (26/205BM)
Parish Legal Name: WEST SOMERTON (260055)
Basic Parish information (26/55)