Hailes Church
Hailes Church
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Jay B
Fairhope, AL1,073 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
We have visited ancient churches and cathedrals all over Europe, but this unassuming, simple little church is one of our favorite treasures ever! It sits very close to the much more famous Hailes Abbey ruins. It is still a working church so plan your visit around their regular services. You will be treated to some of the most unique medieval wall art anywhere. These wall paintings are incredibly old, and were covered up to protect the church from the razing of churches done during Henry VIII's reign. Later, they were exposed and exist today in their original condition. Take the time to visit here and you will leave with a smile.
Written July 17, 2023
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Kathleen S
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Sep 2024 • Couples
Church isnt big but is a little gem of a find. The Medieval wall paintings are well worth seeing, the church is peaceful has an interesting history. Combined with a visit to the Abbey up the road, there is a lot to see in a peaceful setting.
Written September 12, 2024
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485Anne
Liverpool44 contributions
Jun 2021
Well worth seeking out, not very easy to find. Tiny church with remnants of medieval wall paintings. Very atmospheric
Written June 15, 2021
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tylottama
Los Angeles, CA64 contributions
Sep 2019
I have visited this church several times because it is one of my favorite places to visit. This church dates to the 11th or 12th century (I forgot exactly when it was built). It is a small church with a small churchyard. The paintings in the area near the alter are exquisite. The entire site is extremely peaceful. It is a true gem.
Written September 13, 2019
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LessAggro
Poole, UK58 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
Small ancient church with amazing murals (considering the age and content). Make sure you go in good daylight as no electric.
Written August 1, 2019
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Samantha T
103 contributions
Apr 2018 • Couples
It would be easy to go to the Abbey and not bother with a country church, but you would miss an important reminder of what churches were like pre-Cromwell. The walls have restored Mediaeval paintings, not all sacred. There is a scene of a huntsman with dogs; on the wall opposite is a giant who turns out to be St Christopher. And there are even more paintings in the Chancel, some of which are really clear. I liked the fanciful beasts best.
Spend some quiet time here. One Wednesday a month prayers are said for those who leave requests pinned to the wooden cross. Very much a sacred place still.
Spend some quiet time here. One Wednesday a month prayers are said for those who leave requests pinned to the wooden cross. Very much a sacred place still.
Written April 12, 2018
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John H
Walla Walla, WA504 contributions
Jun 2016 • Couples
Stopped here on our Cotswolds way walk. The church has some great old paintings on the way from the 12th or 13th century. A neat space to visit to get a real feel for the age of the area.
Written August 10, 2016
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Owenthomas
Berthoud, CO978 contributions
Sep 2014 • Couples
It has stained glass and tiles from the abbey. There is also some wonderful wall paintings remaining from 1216 and box pews from 1604. The church was used for the travelers and pilgrims to the abbey, and is actually older then the abbey. It appears much larger on the inside then what it appears on the outside. Well worth taking a look. Wonderful walled graveyard as well.
Written October 31, 2014
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judemgard
Shrewsbury, UK174 contributions
Oct 2022
This sweet little church features Mediaeval wall-painting and tiles. It’s very unspoiled, we’ll worth a visit.
Written October 23, 2022
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Leonora C
Exeter, UK126 contributions
Aug 2022
Felt relatively untouched by time. A simple little church also many tiles salvaged from the abbey destroyed on Henry VIII's orders.
Written August 12, 2022
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roysuge3945
Grand Ronde, Oregon
Will the church be open after 5 pm for a tour group to visit? We will be visiting the Sudeley Castle until 5 pm.
Written May 10, 2016
placesthatspeak
Portland, Oregon
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I do not see opening times for the old church either, but here is a phone number. 01242 602067.
22 hours ago
Written May 10, 2016
roysuge3945
Grand Ronde, Oregon
What hours is the Hailes Church open? We would need to visit it after 5:00 p.m. on a Tues.
Written May 8, 2016
placesthatspeak
Portland, Oregon
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I do not see opening times for the old church either, but here is a phone number. 01242 602067.
Written May 9, 2016
Does Old Town Chambers have a restaurant and bar on site?
Written February 12, 2015
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