St Margaret, Spaxton

St Margaret’s church has ancient foundations, was substantially rebuilt in the 15th century, and is a grade 1 listed building. It is particularly known for its ancient carved bench-ends. It is in good order and facilities have been improved in the last few years. Selling the church rooms, which could no longer be maintained by the congregation, provided the funds for the installation of a kitchen and a disabled toilet. Being the largest church building in the benefice, seating 170, and with these extra facilities, it is used as the church of choice for combined benefice services. The sound system has recently been updated. The church is open every day for visitors and private worship. The churchyard is closed for burials, but the cemetery opposite the church is still open and maintained by the church. However, this is nearly full and will be closed in the next few years.

Monies remaining from the church rooms sale are restricted funds. The PCC has bought a piece of land which is suitable for a church car park, and these funds may be used for this project. Parking for benefice services, funerals, weddings etc is severely limited at present.

The organisation Friends of Spaxton Church is committed to raising money for building repair and special projects. It is currently working on a scheme to provide a new memorial garden.