The Anglo-Saxon church of St Mary, Sompting, West Sussex, England, UK
One of the most outstanding examples of Anglo-Saxon architecture in England, the Church of St Mary nestles in the folds of the South Downs in West Sussex at Sompting. The most notable feature is the Rhenish Helm / Rhineland Helmet of the tower. The church is mentioned in the Doomsday Book of 1086 although the original construction date is unknown.
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Location: Sompting West Sussex England UK United Kingdom GB Great Britain
Photo credit: © Malcolm McHugh / Alamy / Afripics
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