Blyth - Church of St. Mary and St. Martin

The Church of St. Mary and St. Martin is one of the oldest examples of Norman architecture in the country. It was part of a Benedictine monastery founded in 1088. The priory was founded by Roger de Builli of Tickhill Castle, one of William the Conqueror's followers. The church has a splendid nave, which is all that remains of the 11th century Benedictine priory. The original stone screen across the nave is now in the east wall behind the altar