St. Martin's Church, Bowness-on-Windermere

About

Standing at the centre of the town of Bowness-on-Windermere, this Grade I listed church boasts medieval architecture, awe-inspiring stained glass windows, and a long and varied history spanning over 800 years. The earliest records of a church at this location date back to 1203, though after fire in 1480 and subsequent rebuilding, the current structure dates back to 1483.

Within the church, there is a Memorial Chapel commemorating the parishoners who died during the First and Second World Wars. The east window contains one of the finest collections of medieval stained class in the northwest of England, including a piece believed to be datin back as far as 1260, as well as the coat of arms of John Wessington, a local landowner and ancestor of George Washington.

Key Features

Spectacular stained glass

Social heritage stories

National heritage here

Magnificent memorials

Glorious furnishings

Fascinating churchyard

Famous connections

Enchanting atmosphere

Captivating architecture

 

Visitor Information

Walkers & cyclists welcome

Space to secure your bike

Parking within 250m

On street parking at church

Level access to the main areas

Dog friendly

Accessible toilets nearby