St Mary's the Virgin
Church
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Address
26 Church Lane,
Heacham,
King's Lynn,
Norfolk,
PE31 7HJ
Details
Although a Saxon or Norman church probably pre-dated the current building, the first record dated 1248. The main structure of the church, originally cruciform in plan, dates from the late 13th century; aisles, clerestory, the south porch and an enlarged west window were added in the 14th and 15th centuries. Materials used reflect local rocks to include flint, carstone, limestone, chalk and brick.
There are many interesting features inside the church, including memorials to Princess Pocahontas the beautiful daughter of the king of the native Indians in America. She married John Rolfe of Heacham in 1614. More information regarding this can be found within the church.
Features: * Architecture * Stained Glass * Interior Features * Atmosphere * Social Heritage * Famous People or Stories * Monuments * Churchyard * Wildlife
Opening details
Directions
Map reference: TF 681379 Lat: 52.91291 Long: 0.49895
Parking: free
Nearby
Facilities
Public toilets
Children welcome
Disabled access
Dogs accepted
Smoking not allowed
Features: * Architecture * Stained Glass * Interior Features * Atmosphere * Social Heritage * Famous People or Stories * Monuments * Churchyard * Wildlife