Church
The finding of a Saxon cemetery shows that Christianity has been present in Melbourn since the 7th century. The village also probably had an 11th century chapel but the first record of a church is from 1152. The present church, dedicated to All Saints, includes sections of the 13th century building, including the chancel arch and sections of the tower. The font is 11th century.
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