The Hidden Essex Church that inspired War of The Worlds - St Mary's in Mundon, pt 1 #waroftheworlds

Deep in the squelching salt marshes of the Dengie Peninsula sits St Mary’s Church in Mundon, Essex. This eerie, atmospheric Grade I listed "ghost church" is famous for its unique timber-framed "skirt" and its complete set of untouched Georgian box pews. But it holds an even bigger claim to fame: this exact, apocalyptic landscape directly inspired the Martian landing and invasion scenes in H.G. Wells’ science-fiction masterpiece, The War of the Worlds. ​In this video, we explore the history of this beautifully preserved, redundant medieval church and dive deep into how its haunting surroundings became the ultimate backdrop for an alien invasion.