St Mary Arches Church, Exeter
Church in Exeter, England
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St Mary Arches Church is a small church in Exeter, Devon, England, which retains many Norman features. It was a place of worship for the Mayor of Exeter and local merchants during the 14th, 15th and 16th centuries.[1] The Arches part of the name may come from a medieval arched thoroughfare which was located next to the church.[2]
LocationMary Arches Street, Exeter
CountryEngland
DenominationAnglican
Heritage designation
Grade I Listed| Church of Saint Mary Arches | |
|---|---|
Saint Mary Arches Church | |
| 50°43′20.3″N 3°32′1.8″W | |
| Location | Mary Arches Street, Exeter |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| Architecture | |
Heritage designation | Grade I Listed |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Central Exeter |
The church is largely made of red sandstone and is listed as Grade I by Historic England.[3]
Monuments
Within the church are monuments to the following persons:
- Christopher Lethbridge (d.1670), Mayor of Exeter in 1660.