St Mary The Virgin's Church, Hayes, Kent

St Mary The Virgin's Church, Hayes Church

Image Source: John Vigar

In the heart of Hayes village, St Mary’s is more of a country church than one would imagine. Unfortunately it was given a severe going over by the Victorians which has destroyed much patina but even so there is much to see. The earliest feature in the small lancet window in the west end of the nave dating from the thirteenth century. The arcades, both of which are Victorian, are round on the north and octagonal on the south, almost trying to convince us that here is a church which grew at two stages in the thirteenth century. In the north aisle is a fine memorial tablet to William Pitt, father and son, both of whom were associated with Hayes. It was erected in 1929 and carved by A G Wyon. The chancel screen is an odd open affair. The stained glass is a good selection – mostly by one firm – Lavers, Barraud and Westlake. However the stunning west window of the south aisle cannot be by them and requires more investigation.

1851 Census Details

Seating Capacity: 314

Morning Attendance: 141

Afternoon Attendance: 146

Evening Attendance: No service

Architecture Details

Original Build Date/Architect: Medieval

Restoration: 1837

Second Restoration: 1856 GG Scott, 1878 JO Scott

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