St. Mary the Virgin Church, Uttoxeter 2.36

St Mary the Virgin's Church, Uttoxeter, commonly called simply St Mary's, is the Church of England parish church of the town of Uttoxeter. It has a 14th-century tower and spire, the nave was rebuilt in 1828 and the chancel in 1877. It is a Grade II* listed building.This is one of two Anglican churches in the parish; the other, also St Mary's, is commonly called "The Heath Mission Church" to avoid confusion.HistoryThe church was built in the 14th century. By 1828 it was deemed too small so the nave was rebuilt to designs by the architect James Trubshaw. In 1877 the present chancel was built. The chancel was designed by the architect Frederick Josias Robinson of Derby and the contract was Mr. Fryer, also of Derby. The chancel was lengthened by 14ft and on the south side over the vestry, a gallery was constructed for the organ, which had formerly been in the west gallery of the church. The east window was preserved and re-erected in the new chancel, along with its original stained glass. The church re-opened on 29 April 1877.AdministrationSt Mary's is the main church in the Deanery of Uttoxeter. It is part of the Uttoxeter Area of parishes along with Christ Church, Upper TeanSt Lawrence's Church, BramshallSt Mary and All Saints' Church, CheckleySt Mary the Virgin's Church, GratwichSt John the Baptist's Church, KingstoneAll Saints' Church, LeighSt Peter's Church, MarchingtonSt John's Church, Marchington Woodlands St Michael and All Angels' Church, StramshallHeath Mission Church, Uttoxeter