Gloucester - Church of St Nicholas

The truncated and coronetted spire of the Church of St Nicholas (Churches Conservation Trust) to the west of the cathedral, is a familiar landmark in the city.

The existing church dates back to the 12th century though most of it was rebuilt in the 13th century and larger windows were added later.

The splendid tower with a fine lierne vault, was built about 1450. Formerly one of Gloucester’s most prosperous parish churches, many of its monuments and memorial slabs commemorate significant citizens of the city the most important is the altar tomb of Alderman John Wallton (d1626), and his wife Alice. On either side of the chancel are 16th century squints giving the congregation a view of the sanctuary and there is a Royal Arms of Charles II above the south doorway.

Grade I listed building