St. Mary The Virgin
A reportedly haunted 14th-century church is curiously facing the “wrong direction.”

📜 Abandoned 14th-century church in Clophill, England, built around 1350. Known for its unusual east-west orientation and history of reported hauntings, it is located just outside Clophill village.

Why Go

👻 Explore a reportedly haunted site
📜 Discover unique historical architecture from c. 1350, facing the “wrong direction”
🏞️ Enjoy panoramic views from the Greensand Ridge
🌸 Observe diverse wild flowers and wildlife in the graveyard
🚶‍♀️ Enjoy a pleasant circular walk around Clophill

Why Avoid

🚫 Visiting at night is prohibited; the area is alarmed and monitored by CCTV.
⚠️ Access requires squeezing around a barrier.
⬆️ The footpath to the church is on an incline.
🔒 Tower access is restricted by a locked gate, and many CCTV cameras are present.

Tips

🅿️ Parking is available near the footpath; ensure driveways are not blocked.
🚶 The church is approximately one mile from Bedford Road.

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