by stmarysm | Oct 14, 2024 | St Marys
Restoration Plans Renovating the Past – Imagining the Future Plans are currently underway to restore the fabric of St Mary’s Church, which has been placed on the “At Risk” register. Significant work is needed to address this, with urgent repairs required for the...
by stmarysm | Oct 14, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Morchard Bishop Community The Community Church Street Stores is far more than just a place to buy groceries—it’s a cornerstone of life in Morchard Bishop. Offering convenience, essential services like the post office, and a friendly atmosphere, the store helps to...
by stmarysm | Oct 14, 2024 | Events
Events at St Mary’s Events at St Mary’s The village also boasts The London Inn, a traditional English pub offering good food, local ales, and a welcoming atmosphere. Like many rural pubs, The London Inn serves as a social hub where residents and visitors...
by stmarysm | Oct 14, 2024 | History
The History of St Mary’s The History of St Mary’s St. Mary’s Church in Morchard Bishop is a historic parish church with origins dating back to the medieval period, and it stands as a key landmark in the village. The present structure, predominantly built...
by stmarysm | Oct 14, 2024 | Meteorite
The 1952 Meteor Strike A Night in History On a cold night in January 1952, a meteor struck our Church St. Mary’s in our small hill-top village of Morchard Bishop, Devon, marking a rare and remarkable event in local history. St. Mary’s, a medieval parish church,...
