St Peter's Church, Sudbury
Suffolk
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About this Church
A magnificent medieval church with stunning interior
This vast, magnificent medieval church dominates the town of Sudbury from the top of Market Hill. It is largely a fifteenth-century rebuilding of a much earlier structure. Butterfield restored the stunning Victorian interior in 1854-1858.
Special things to see include: the carved oak doors; a gorgeous altar screen; the font; stone carvings; two paintings of Moses and Aaron by Robert Cardinal. Bodley redecorated the chancel in 1897 but in 1968, tragically, a large part of his original wall paintings were covered over with lime wash. Following the removal of a light switch, a tiny patch of this rich work was tantalisingly rediscovered. Outside is a statue of Sudbury's most famous son, painter Thomas Gainsborough.
You can find out more at www.sudburyartscentre.com
A contribution can also be made by texting "SUDBURY" to 70970 to donate £5 or 70191 to donate £10. Thank you.
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Access information
The church is located at the top of Market Hill in town centre. There is a small step into the west door, but there is a portable ramp in place when the church is open.
Disabled access information
There is wheelchair access into and around the church. Toilet facilities are available.
Facilities & Hire
There is a café, toilet facilities and full sound and light facilities in the church. Please contact Sudbury Arts Centres for information about bookings and use of the building (www.sudburyartscentre.com).
History & Further Information
Useful information:
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches we care for in Suffolk. Printed copies of the county guide are also available at the church.
Directions
Parking is available in and around the town - all a short walk away from the church.
Transport
Nearest railway station: Sudbury (0.2 miles)
Volunteering Opportunities
To volunteer at Sudbury Arts Centre, please contact www.sudburyartscentre.com.
Community Information
The Friends of St Peter's Sudbury
The Friends of St Peter's Sudbury is an independent charity formed in 1976, the same year the church came into the care of The Churches Conservation Trust.
As part of the development programme, the Friends are now assisting with fund raising for the infrastructure of the church.
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