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St Mary-at-the-Walls Church (Colchester Arts Centre)
Heritage Open Day: St Mary-at-the-Walls has a rich history, both as a church and, more recently, as the Colchester Arts Centre. Refurbished in 2021, it boasts amazing mosaic toilets, which are not to be missed, as well as stunning views from the top of its tower. The original late medieval church was severely damaged during the 1648 Siege of Colchester, being largely rebuilt in the early 18th century and then again by the architect A. W. Blomfield in 1871-2. Interesting monuments include a large seated figure commemorating the clothier and merchant John Rebow (died 1699) erected by his son Sir Isaac Rebow M.P. The war memorial chapel of 1922 is now used as the Art Centre's green room.
The church has had several notable rectors over the years, including Philip Morant from 1737 to 1773.
Mon 9 Sep:Tours at 1300, 1400 and 1500; Free Entry.
Church Street, Colchester, Essex CO1 1NF
Mon 9 September