Church of St Rumwold, Bonnington

St Rumwold's Church is an active parish church in the parish of Bonnington, Kent, England. It is a Grade I listed building.

History
Bonnington is a small, scattered parish adjacent to Romney Marsh. In the Middle Ages the manor was owned by the Order of Knights of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem. The church is dedicated to St Rumwold, an infant saint reputed to have lived for only three days. Historic England gives a foundation date for the present church as the 12th century. It stands near to the Royal Military Canal which was built as a defensive line during the Napoleonic Wars.

St Rumwold's remains an active parish church and regular, though infrequent, services are held. In April 2023, the funeral of Paul O'Grady was held at the church.

Architecture
The church dates from the 12th century and comprises a nave, chancel and a small turret. Built of Kentish ragstone, it is a Grade I listed building.