The West Tower of St Mary's Church provides an iconic image that most Purtonians will be familiar with. This 3-storey bell tower was built in the 15th Century and has stood the test of time well over its 500 or so years. However, it is showing its age

In 2021 we hope to let a contract to carry out repairs to the the West tower parapet wall and the NW pinnacle. The parapet work will involve partial removal and re-bedding of the capping stones, re-mortaring of open joints and re-bedding of lead flashings. The pinnacle

Costs. Our estimate for the cost of the West Tower masonry repair project is between £15,000 - £20,000 (excl VAT). This includes both the direct work and professional fees. Funding. We have secured a grant of £5000 from the Wiltshire Historic Churches Trust for which we