But in the 15th century, the original 12th century church, dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, was rebuilt.
He was buried 21 May in the cemetery of St Mary the Virgin, Barnes.
Prior to 1352, it was known as The Church of St Mary the Virgin, but since that year has become known by its modern name.
The parish church of St Mary the Virgin lies at some distance to the east of the village centre.
The Anglican Church of St Mary the Virgin stands a little way outside the village to the southwest.
The parish church is St Mary Virgin and Mother.
The present church dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, was built in 1866 to seat 400.
The village has a medieval church building, dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, which dates to the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries.
The much restored church in the heart of the village, dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, has 14th and 15th century windows.
Most church services are now held at the parish church of St Mary the Virgin, Charlbury.