Holy Rood Church (Church of England) Shilton, Oxfordshire OX18 4AE
Details
Accessibility
Limited on-street parking. Please note, Church Lane is very narrow in places.
A pavement leads from Church Lane to the double gates. From here the path continues to the porch entrance.
The grounds and graves are unpaved.
Within the porch, a portable ramp is available for access to the church's interior.
The Nave is accessed via several steps.
The central aisle leads to the Chancel and altar and is accessed by several steps.
Guidebooks and postcards on the church architecture are available from the church shop.
Brief description
The Church of the Holy Rood is a Grade II* listed building from the Norman/12th Century, with the Nave and Chancel dating from the 13th Century. There is a fine example of a carved wood Crucifix and Holy Rood screen (19th century). The carved stone square Font (15th century) shows biblical scenes. The church was later restored between 1884-1888.
CHURCH OF THE HOLY ROOD, Shilton - 1357113 | Historic England
Shilton, Oxfordshire - Wikipedia
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rood_screen
Address
Church of the Holy Rood, Church Lane, Shilton, OX18 4AE
harrymacinnes@yahoo.co.uk
Phone
Rev'd Harry MacInnes (Correct 2023)
01993 845594
Website
Directions
From Burford head south on B4020 for approximately 3 miles, then take minor road west to the village.
Opening Times
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Amenities
The Village Hall nearby has several picnic tables available.
The Shilton Rose and Crown public house is in the village and serves food and drink.
Travel Information
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Location
Nearest Venues
RAF Brize Norton, Carterton, Oxfordshire
1.49 miles*
Whitehill Quarry, Burford, Oxfordshire
1.63 miles*
Burford Nursing Home, Burford, Oxfordshire
1.71 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.