St Mary's Church
St Mary’s Church, Beaumont, The Parish of Beaumont with Kirkandrews on Eden and Grinsdale (within the United Benefice of The Barony of Burgh)
Priest-in-Charge: Currently vacant
Services: see outside the church and in the Parish Magazine for details
Churchwardens; Mrs Linda Beattie 01228 576518
Location: Situated prominently in the heart of the village of Beaumont on the course of Hadrian's Wall, and on top of a Norman 'Motte and Bailey'.
Further information can be found on the A church Near You website.
Description: A warm welcome awaits everyone who visits St Mary's, whether for a service or to view the commanding view of the Solway and of the surrounding countryside
This was the site of a Roman turret (70A) on Hadrian’s Wall. Long after the Romans departed the site was again used for defensive purposes; the mound on which the 12th century church stands was a Norman motte (a small castle) belonging to the Le Brun family. The village green was the site of the castle’s bailey, or courtyard. The simplicity of the light interior of this small church, with its Norman doorway and 16th century roof, offers the visitor a peaceful place to absorb its history, described on three panels covering prehistoric times to the present day.
The Church holds a number of services - details of which can be found on our services and events page. Inside the church the silence is complete; open the door for the sound of birdsong. Leave feeling refreshed. We look forward to seeing you. The church is open daily.
St. Mary's 100 Club
To be included in the monthly draw with three winners, contact Wendy Betts on 07767 238758 or wendyb101@btinternet.com.
History: The original 13th century Church was built using predominantly sandstone left from the Roman 'Hadrian's Wall', and it has been adapted and extended several times over the centuries since that date.
Historical information panels covering First, Second and now Third Millennia have recently been installed in the Church. These have been welcomed by the many visitors to the Church, many of whom are walking the World Heritage Site “Hadrian’s Trail”
Our Anglican worship combines traditional and more modern approaches, and is structured to form an integral part of the overall provision within the United Benefice of the Barony of Burgh which also incorporates Aikton, Burgh-by-Sands, Great Orton and Kirkbampton.
Other historical information about St. Mary's Church can be found on the Local History pages.
