This church is in the Diocese of Ely.

In the words of the poet and writer Sir John Betjeman, the Church of St Peter in Walpole St Peter is 'the finest of all.' The impression it leaves on visitors is evident the names Cathedral of the Fens and Queen of the Marshlands. The original church dates to 1021 however a flood in 1337, possibly caused by a tidal wave from an Icelandic volcano, destroyed everything but the tower which was built in 1300. This area of northwest Norfolk prospered greatly from the wool trade and proximity to thriving ports such as King's Lynn. A replacement church was built in 1360 and the chancel was added in 1425. In terms of style, the nave is Transitional Perpendicular and the chancel is pure Perpendicular. A highly unusual feature is the 'bolt hole', a passageway underneath the sanctuary to allow for processions because the church was built up to the edge of the churchyard. As a result, there are 15 step up to the altar. The south porch is one of the finest in Norfolk, complete with a parvis chamber above. Carvings include the pieta, a pilgrim and the arms of the See of Ely. At the east end of the nave is the sanctus bellcote and the bell is still rung during Eucharist. Look up when you enter the porch at the ceiling bosses. bosses can also be seen on the roof of the bolt hole. On stepping inside the church, notice the original doors which have been preserved. In the nave is the unusual 'hudd', a graveside shelter for the minister when conducting a funeral in the rain. The magnificent screen along the west end dates from the 1620s and its lockable doors historically created a barrier between the church and secular gatherings. Marvel at the vista towards the east end. The expanse of clear glass creates a bright and airy feel (the majority of the coloured glass was removed in the later 18th century - see fragments in a north aisle window). There are 30 mason's marks in the church. In the north aisle is the Seven Sacrament font, unfortunately defaced during the Reformation, complete with an ornate font cover. Don't miss the 'poore box' dating from 1639. The wineglass style pulpit is also Jacobean. Twelve saints are depicted on the 15th century rood screen; the outer six are women and the inner six are apostles. The chancel is a magnificent space full of decorative features. Notice the characterful carved creatures on the stalls, including an antelope and St Edmund's head guarded by a wolf. Beautiful 15th century carvings can also been seen on the pews in the south aisle.