Saint Mary Magdalene, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3AX

Details

Accessibility

"Those whose mobility is impaired, and those in wheelchairs often attend our services, or other events, but you will find it helpful to be aware of the following information:-
MAIN ENTRANCE to the church is via the porch and South Door. This is the entrance that is left open when the church is not in use. There are five steps leading into the porch. These have been clearly marked with white paint along the edge of each step. A handrail is provided on either side of these steps. Steps from the porch into the main body of the church have in the past been covered with a ramp. Please take note of this, as the gradual rise in height can catch some unawares.
ALTERNATIVE ENTRANCE ~ At all our services the West Door, located at the foot of the tower, is left open. The same applies at special events. So if you are in a wheelchair, or may find the steps difficult, please feel free to use this entrance. ( Access is via the choir vestry, but the choir are a friendly bunch, so don't worry about disturbing them.)  A low fixed ramp enables entry into the vestry, and we have a low ramp that can be placed to assist access from the vestry into the main part of the church. These are relatively easy to negotiate. Once in the church, there is an area without pews at the west end of the nave, where there is usually plenty of room for a wheelchair. Alternatively you can use a ramp near the font to reach the pews in the aisles or nave.
​HARD OF HEARING ~ We have an induction loop system fitted, which operates whenever the PA system is in use. Please turn your hearing aid to the T-position."​

https://mary-magdalene-church-s-molton.weebly.com/access.html 

Brief description

The current building is built of sandstone rubble with a slate roof, is largely 15th C and has a tower at the west end which is built in four stages with buttresses. It has a crenelated parapet with finials, and grotesque waterspouts. 

https://mary-magdalene-church-s-molton.weebly.com/history.html 

Address

Saint Mary Magdalene, South Molton, Devon, EX36 3AX

Email

As at 2021:

m.grandey@talk21.com - Rector The Revd Dr.Michael Grandey

Phone

As at 2021:

01769 579492 - Rector The Revd Dr.Michael Grandey

CHURCHWARDENS: Mr. Robert Redwood tel: 01769 572079 Mr. John Tucker tel: 01769 579020

Website

https://mary-magdalene-church-s-molton.weebly.com/ 

https://services.pinpointdevon.co.uk/kb5/devon/services/service.page?id=dpAA95Y8QrQ&communitychannel=13_3 

https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/9101/

Directions

Approach the market town of South Molton from any direction and the tower of the church is a prominent landmark. SAT NAV ~ nearest postcode to car park is EX36 3AN it is situated just off the town centre, tucked away behind the main shopping street.

https://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=11/51.0081/-3.8184 

https://www.achurchnearyou.com/church/9101/find-us/ 

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

SAT NAV ~ nearest postcode to car park is EX36 3AN

The closest train station is Umberleigh (7.1 miles)

For bus services and times: https://www.traveldevon.info/bus/

Amenities

Car parking

Accessible parking

Hearing (induction) loop

Dementia aware/accessible

Large print

Hall for hire