Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Baldock, SG7 5LD
Hertfordshire - Built
- 1401
- Listed status
- Grade II* listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1347341, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7594576, OpenStreetMap, caldecotechurchfriends.weebly.com
Before visiting St Mary Magdalene
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
Check the church’s website →About St Mary Magdalene
St Mary Magdalene is a former Anglican place of worship in Caldecote, an abandoned medieval settlement near Baldock, Hertfordshire. It is protected at Grade II* and has belonged to the Friends of Friendless Churches since 1982. A local support group was formed in 2007 to help with its upkeep.
Most of the church was erected during the 1300s and 1400s, though its recorded clergy extend back to 1215, indicating an older building may once have stood there. Flint and locally quarried clunch form the walls, with brick used where the softer stone deteriorated. The compact interior combines chancel and nave in one continuous space. Architectural details include a buttressed western tower, a southern porch from the 1400s, crenellated rooflines and Perpendicular windows. Inside are an ornate eight-sided medieval font, carved seating of similar age and an uncommon hooded holy-water basin. Memorials include a sculpted image of William Makesey at prayer, commemorating the rector who died in 1424.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Mary Magdalene?⌄
St Mary Magdalene in Baldock belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Mary Magdalene building?⌄
The building dates from 1401. It is on the statutory register as a Grade II* listed building.
How do I contact St Mary Magdalene?⌄
You can reach St Mary Magdalene through its website at caldecotechurchfriends.weebly.com.
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Services: Sunday 8:00 AM; Sunday 6:00 PM; Saturday 11:00 AM
Services: Sunday 11:00 AM
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