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St Paulinus Church and Burial Ground (also known as Crayford Parish Church)

Introduction

The church and its burial ground occupy an elevated site with good views to the south, its open setting across fields from the north making it an important landmark. The large picturesque churchyard has numerous tombs and is set behind brick and flint retaining walls, entered through a fine Gothic lych-gate of 1873. Yews and other trees are scattered throughout.

Visitor Access, Directions & Contacts

Access contact details

Opening is unrestricted. Church normally open 9am-noon Mon-Sat.

Directions

Rail: Crayford then bus. Bus: 492.

Owners

Church of England, Diocese of Rochester, Archdeaconry of Bromley and Bexley

History

Period

  • Medieval (1066-1540)
  • 12th Century
Features & Designations

Designations

  • Conservation Area

  • The National Heritage List for England: Listed Building

  • Reference: St Paulinus Church
  • Grade: II*
Key Information

Type

Funerary Site

Purpose

Sacred / Ritual / Funerary

Principal Building

Religious Ritual And Funerary

Period

Medieval (1066-1540)

Survival

Extant

Hectares

2.03

Open to the public

Yes

References

Contributors

  • London Parks and Gardens Trust