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St Mary the Virgin in Market Harborough, Northamptonshire
Les Harvey, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Key facts

Denomination
Church of England
Address
Hall Lane
Market Harborough, LE16 8HF
Northamptonshire
Built
1250
Listed status
Grade I listed

Sources: Historic England list entry 1052127, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q17526947, OpenStreetMap

Before visiting St Mary the Virgin

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.

No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.

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About St Mary the Virgin

St Mary the Virgin is a Church of England church on Hall Lane in the Market Harborough area of Northamptonshire. Dating from the medieval period, it is protected as a Grade I listed building, reflecting its exceptional architectural and historic significance.

Originating in the 13th century, the church was constructed from ironstone and limestone sourced in Northamptonshire. Its prominent tower and slender broach spire are notable exterior features. Between 1864 and 1866, the Revd Richard Pulteney oversaw extensive restoration with advice from Sir George Gilbert Scott. The interior includes hand-carved oak seating with foliage decoration, together with a matching pulpit and priest’s desk. Clayton and Bell designed both the stained glass and the richly ornamented chancel, which incorporates marble, alabaster, coloured stones and gilding. Further features include a painted barrel-vaulted ceiling inspired by Peterborough Cathedral and chandeliers created by George Bodley.

Getting there

Frequently asked questions

Where is St Mary the Virgin?

St Mary the Virgin is at Hall Lane, Market Harborough, Northamptonshire, LE16 8HF.

What denomination is St Mary the Virgin?

St Mary the Virgin in Market Harborough belongs to the Church of England tradition.

How old is the St Mary the Virgin building?

The building dates from 1250. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.

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