While there is evidence of much earlier worship on the site the current church is 11th century in origin but has been heavily modified over the centuries. The Tudor era tower is a rare, if not unique design as it is timbered from the base to its height and inlaid with red brick. The half-timbered main structure was added in the early 16th century and has a ‘wishbone’ type cross bracing. What used to be the Saxon era East window now forms an arched entrance into the sanctuary. The nave and carved North doorway are both 12th century Norman.
The interior is devoid of monuments and retains a simple decor throughout.
English Heritage has listed St Mary The Virgin in Upleadon as a Grade I heritage building for its architectural and historical significance.
At the given co-ordinates you will find the grave of Minnie Mayo. Convert the date of her death (dd/mm/yyyy) to letters A to H.
The final cache can be found at N51 56.(F-B)(H/A) (A+E) W002 20.(B+E)(A*A)(A*D-H).
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