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- Stocklinch Ottersey, Somerset (St Mary's Church)
This beautiful hillside landmark made of golden Ham stone is an atmospheric gem.
It stands close to an old water source, one of Somerset’s many holy – or healing – wells. St Mary’s is tied to its sister church in the village, St Mary Magdalene, with an old legend of two sisters who both fell in love with a vicar, each building a church for him.
Highlights of the interior include a Norman font and wonderful tombs and monuments.
To locate this church on a map, click on the 'View on map' link that appears below the address information at the top of the page.
2 miles north east of Ilminster, off B3168
Nearest railway station: Crewkerne (6.5 miles). Bus route number 633.
ST 388 172
01/05/12
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St Mary's Church, Seavington, Somerset
A pretty village church with a battlemented tower
All Saints' Church, Langport, Somerset
'Hunky Punks' and the best stained glass in Somerset
Barrington Court Gardens
National Trust property
Muchelney Abbey
English Heritage property
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT before you visit?
You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.
Somerset County Guide (PDF, 4.75mb)
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in Somerset. Printed copies of the county guide are also available at the church.
St Mary's Church, Seavington, Somerset A pretty village church with a battlemented tower Church Lane, Seavington, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0QP
See church page
All Saints' Church, Langport, Somerset 'Hunky Punks' and the best stained glass in Somerset The Hill, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9QF
See church page
St Thomas' Church, Thurlbear, Somerset Dramatic tower gargoyles Thurlbear, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5BW
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
All our Somerset churches are in CCT’s West region.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
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If the access information for this church is listed as 'Keyholder nearby', this means that the key is kept by one of our invaluable volunteer 'keyholders', who usually live just a short walk from the church and can give visitors the key; sometimes this is a nearby hotel, pub, library, art gallery or other venue. You will find instructions explaining how to get the key when you arrive at the church.
Unfortunately disabled access is difficult. There is a steep climb from the road and up the field (NB: possible cows!) to the church.
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a very small number of them have heating or running water meaning that they can be cold, and very rarely have toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor. We do apologise for any inconvenience the lack of facilities may cause.
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We live fairly close to this particular church but only visited it for the first time recently. Found it fascinating and such a lovely location.But what a shame the organ appears to be deteriorating in what is a rather damp atmosphere.Seems such a pity.