St Mary Arches Church, Exeter

St Mary Arches Church, Exeter

St Mary Arches Church is a small church in Exeter, Devon, England, which retains many Norman features. It was a place of worship for the Mayor of Exeter and local merchants during the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries.[1] The Arches part of the name may come from a medieval arched thoroughfare which was located next to the church.[2]

The church is largely made of red sandstone and is listed as Grade I by Historic England.[3]

Monuments

Within the church are monuments to the following persons:

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References

  1. ↑ "St Mary Arches Church - Mary Arches". Exeter Memories. Retrieved 19 September 2012.
  2. ↑ "St Mary Arches Church". The Parish of Central Exeter. Retrieved 19 September 2012.
  3. ↑ Historic England. "Details from listed building database (1239677)". National Heritage List for England. Retrieved 10 July 2015.

Coordinates: 50°43′20.3″N 3°32′1.8″W / 50.722306°N 3.533833°W / 50.722306; -3.533833


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