Grade II* listed · North Somerset

Church of Saint Mary the Virgin

Church of Saint Mary the Virgin is a Grade II* listed building in North Somerset, first listed on 9 February 1961. It is one of 80 Grade II* entries among 1,079 listed buildings in North Somerset; 5% of North Somerset’s current entries were listed before it.

List entry
FieldValue
NameChurch of Saint Mary the Virgin
GradeGrade II* — particularly important, more than special interest
List entry number1320975
Date first listed9 February 1961
Local planning authorityNorth Somerset
Location51.32275, -2.93068 (map)
Official recordHistoric England list entry 1320975

Planning works on this listed building?

Planium checks which consents North Somerset will require for your works on Church of Saint Mary the Virgin, lists what the heritage statement must cover and drafts the application text.

What the grade means for works

Grade II* buildings are particularly important buildings of more than special interest — about 5.8% of listed buildings. Applications for listed building consent are notified to Historic England.

The protection covers the whole building, inside and out, plus fixtures and attached structures. Typical works that need consent: replacing windows or doors, removing walls or historic fabric, changing roof coverings, installing solar panels or external insulation, and adding extensions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Church of Saint Mary the Virgin listed?
Yes. Church of Saint Mary the Virgin is on the National Heritage List for England as a Grade II* listed building, list entry number 1320975, first listed on 9 February 1961. The full list entry with its description and map is on Historic England’s website.
Do I need consent for works to Church of Saint Mary the Virgin?
Works that affect its character as a building of special architectural or historic interest — inside or out — need listed building consent from North Somerset, in addition to any planning permission or building regulations approval. Like-for-like repairs often do not, but confirm with the council’s conservation officer before you start.
Source: National Heritage List for England, © Historic England 2026, via planning.data.gov.uk. Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Retrieved 12 October 2026. Local authority assigned from the list entry point. This page is a summary — the legal record is the official list entry.