English Heritage sites near Middlezoy Parish
MUCHELNEY ABBEY
6 miles from Middlezoy Parish
Once a wealthy Benedictine house, Muchelney’s main buildings were demolished by Henry VIII in 1538. See the richly decorated cloister walk and thatched monks’ lavatory – the only one in Britain.
MEARE FISH HOUSE
8 miles from Middlezoy Parish
The only surviving monastic fishery building in England, this housed the Abbot of Glastonbury's water bailiff and provided facilities for fish-salting and drying.
GLASTONBURY TRIBUNAL
9 miles from Middlezoy Parish
Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.
SHERBORNE OLD CASTLE
20 miles from Middlezoy Parish
Built on a grand scale in the 12th century by the Bishop of Salisbury, Sherborne was coveted by churchmen and noblemen alike giving it a long, chequered history. Picnic, shop, light refreshments.
DAWS CASTLE
20 miles from Middlezoy Parish
Daws Castle is a clifftop fortress, which was founded by King Alfred to defend the people of Watchet against Viking attacks.
CLEEVE ABBEY
21 miles from Middlezoy Parish
With possibly the finest cloister buildings in England, visitors can get a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. 15th century refectory with glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles.
Churches in Middlezoy Parish
Holy Cross
Holy Cross Church
Church Road
Middlezoy
The church is open every day and visitors are very welcome to come to admire the architecture and the history of the Grade 1 listed building, enjoy the panoramic views across the Somerset Levels or just find a place of peace and quiet.
The church dates back to the 13th Century and has historic links to Glastonbury Abbey and the Battle of Sedgemoor.
The Churchwarden is Ian Campbell 01823 698790.
The Secretary to the PCC is vacant
The Safeguarding officer is Sarah Blake 01823 690042.
The Priest in Charge elect is Rev Andrea Harwood [email protected]
"The parish of Middlezoy is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Bath & Wells's safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services."
Pubs in Middlezoy Parish
George Inn
42 Main Road, Middlezoy, TA7 0NN
(01823) 698215
thegeorgeinnmiddlezoy.co.uk/