Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Kilndown
Kent - Built
- 1250
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1338671, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q17524682
Before visiting St Mary's Church, Goudhurst
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.
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About St Mary's Church, Goudhurst
St Mary’s Church, Goudhurst is a Church of England parish church in Kilndown, Kent. Built around 1250, it remains in parish use and is designated Grade I for its special historic and architectural interest.
This sizeable sandstone building dates chiefly to the 13th century, with aisles flanking the nave and chapels adjoining the chancel. A lightning strike in 1637 brought down the 115-foot spire and ruined the western tower, destroying its five bells. Three masons from London replaced the tower in 1638, using both Gothic and Classical forms; eight bells now hang there. Extensive Victorian restoration took place from 1865 to 1877, including additions to the southern aisle and a new vestry. Notable furnishings include a medieval pulpit bearing carved apostles and religious emblems, and chapel screens containing late medieval woodwork. There is also a coloured timber and gesso effigy of Sir Alexander Culpeper with his wife Constance. Its elevated tower was used for observations during the 1784–1790 survey linking the Greenwich and Paris observatories.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Mary's Church, Goudhurst?⌄
St Mary's Church, Goudhurst in Kilndown belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Mary's Church, Goudhurst building?⌄
The building dates from 1250. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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