St Mary's Church is situated in Alvingham but belonging to North Cockerington. The nave and walls retain Norman stonework and a Saxon window on the north side of the chancel. The chancel arch seems Early English in date. The church was much restored in 1841 and stands in the same churchyard as St Adelwolds in Alvingham. The church predates the Priory of St Mary which was located close by a few years later. {1}{2}{3}{4}{5} 11th century chapel to the Gilbertine Priory which is now the parish church to the village of North Cockerington. It was altered in the late 12th century, c.1300, the 14th and 19th century. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {6}