In 2026 we were delighted to become a Small Pilgrim Place.
These are 'thin places' - not necessarily churches but also gardens, ruins, springs, wells, woods, open spaces - anywhere off the beaten track where time seems to stand still!
These places are simple, quiet and unpretentious, welcoming and inclusive.
St Mary's just seemed to be waiting to join...
You can read all about this wonderful organisation at https://www.smallpilgrimplaces.org/
The short video below gives you a snapshot of Marton Church: this was our contribution to the SSPN 2026 APCM when their theme was  'People and Place'.