religious
Architect unknown, 1130
St. Johns Church Erith, West Street, Erith., DA8 1AN
St Johns Church was built by the Normans and retains architectural features from this time and later periods. As well as original brasses and monuments, it also contains several artefacts from the excavations at nearby Lesnes Abbey. As an ancient parish church its story echos that of the local area, especially the Lords of the Manor of Erith.
Erith
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Limited parking is available in an area outside the church, but this cannot be reserved.
The tour is around the church and seating is available in the nave and chapel areas. The church is roomy and quiet.
10:00–14:00
You can visit the church at your own pace. A guide book can be purchased to help you explore the various historic features.
Guided tour
11:00–12:00
How to book
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The tour will cover the following points: Understand the location of the church and its use in earlier times; Mason Bencher Marks and Apotropaic Symbols; Early English and Normal Features; The Wheatley Chapel as the private chapel of the Lords of the Manor of Erith; Stained Glass (Medieval, Victorian and Post War); Artefacts from Lesnes Abbey (tomb covers, tiles and ribbing); Funeral brasses, including an early Norman French example.