Museum St Peter and St Paul's Church, Newchurch - Features and history

Location: Newchurch, TN29 0DP

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Church overview and information - tap/scroll 

This large church is famous for its bent tower. The first two stages of the tower, built in the 15th century, began to lean alarmingly and they were heavily buttressed to prevent the tower collapsing. Many years later, the final stage was added in an upright position, giving the tower its characteristic
bent shape.

Inside is a fine Jacobean pulpit, the oldest on the Marsh.

The magnificent font bears the emblems of St. Peter and St. Paul, together with the roses of York and Lancaster and the Tudor rose.

Contacts

Church Warden: Mike Barclay 01303 872376

Safeguarding officer: Peter Dunning 01303 311779

Acknowledgements and further reading

The Newchurch Parish Council website has a wealth of interesting information about the history of the village.

The Medieval Churches of Romney Marsh published by the Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust gives a useful overview of all fourteen medieval churches, with text by Joan Campbell and photographs by David Campbell. Order form here.

With thanks to John Hendy for his expertise and input.