The church of St Mary the Virgin, Snead (pronounced 'Sned') near Churchstoke, is right on the Welsh/English border and next to the river Camlad. The church is tucked away down a path between hedges but its rather remote situation adds to its charm.
Parts of the church date back to the 12th century, including the font, which started life as a QUERN, a vessel for corn
or liquids, with a pouring spout, on a modern base.
The strange stonework on the south side may have been an outdoor preaching platform at one time.
Visitors are welcome all year
