L. D’O. Walters, in A Complete Guide To Wiltshire, published in 1920, noted:
Wylye (Station on the G.W.R.). – This village lies half-way between Salisbury and Warminster. The Church of St. Mary the Virgin, on our right, was practically rebuilt in 1844, but the arch between nave and tower is 14th century, and the tower itself 16th century. It contains five bells, one of which is inscribed: “Give Thanks to God. J.W., 1857.” The pulpit and sounding-board date from 1628, and were given by Lord Herbert of Lea, from the old church at Wilton. In the chancel is a very beautiful triple lancet window dating from 1230. It has good corbel heads and dog-tooth ornament on the mouldings. The church possesses a handsome chalice, dated 1525, in a splendid state of preservation. The list of Rectors dates from 1318, beginning with Galfrid de Leighton.