Comberton, Cambridgeshire, England
St. Mary's church in Comberton, Cambridge, England was originally built during the 13th century. It is one of the largest parishes of the Bourn Deanery in the Diocese of Ely. The church was a large magnificent edifice. The roof, pews and furnishings were painted and made of the finest materials. All the windows were filled with stained glass. In the 14th century a tower was added to support the nave. Another reason for the tower was that it served as the belfry. Towers were thought to improve the appearance of the church.
The inside of the church was changed to add another aisle and an arch. The furnishings were much improved with carved oak furnishings. Every window had the finest stained glass. The people had willingly gave both time and money to build this beautiful 'House of God'. By the time of Henry VIII the church was finished. It was a very beautiful place.
The church then fell into disrepair after the dissolution and for 200 years it was unkept. The galleries were installed during the 18th century. Then in the 19th century major restoration took place which has now been completed.
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