Church of St Mary De Castro, Castle Yard, Leicester - Leicester, City of (UA)

Founded c1107 as a collegiate chapel attached to Leicester Castle. Fabric dates from early C13 and C14, with later C15 and C18 alterations, and 1853-4 restoration by Sir George Gilbert Scott. A Heritage Lottery Fund grant was awarded in 2011 for a detailed assessment of the spire which was known to be in poor condition. The condition of masonry was such that urgent dismantling was necessary. This commenced in late 2013 and was completed in summer 2014. The church is in the process of gaining the relevant permissions for improved facilities.