Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Taunton
Somerset - Built
- 1450
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1278073, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7594588
Before visiting St Mary Magdalene, Taunton
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 Magdalene, Taunton
St Mary Magdalene, Taunton is an active Church of England parish church and minster in Taunton, Somerset. Dedicated to Mary Magdalene, it belongs to the Diocese of Bath and Wells and shares a benefice with St John the Evangelist. The church received minster status in 2022 and is protected as a Grade I listed building.
Its origins probably reach back to the late 12th century, when it was linked to Taunton Priory, and it became Taunton’s town church in 1308. A chapel was consecrated in 1437, while the present Perpendicular Gothic building was finished in 1508. Constructed from sandstone, it has a painted interior, Victorian stained glass and sculpture, along with military memorials connected with Somerset. Its prominent tower, first erected around 1503 with wealth from the wool industry, was reconstructed to the same design between 1858 and 1862. Rising to 48 metres at its pinnacles, it contains a clock and 15 bells.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Mary Magdalene, Taunton?⌄
St Mary Magdalene, Taunton in Taunton belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Mary Magdalene, Taunton building?⌄
The building dates from 1450. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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