St Michael & All Angels' Church, Withington

Withington Parish Church

The Church of St.Michael and All Angels is "like a small Cathedral", wrote William Cobbett in his Rural Rides.
The original Church was Norman, of which the entrance doorway is an excellent example of their work.
13th Century, the Nave was raised, Chancel extended and the height of the Tower was increased.
14th Century, South transept added.
15th Century, The Church underwent extensive alterations.
17th Century, Marble Monument dedicated to the HOWES of Cassey Compton and sited at the west end.

(Commentary provided by Glen Hicks)