Stainton by Langworth - St John the Baptist

 

Stainton by Langworth - St John the Baptist (photo supplied by church)

A rare opportunity to see inside a hidden gem not normally open outside of a regular monthly service on the 1st Sunday of the month.

This tiny rural church is tucked away in the centre of a working farm, so hard to find. 

The current Grade II Listed grey stone church, dedicated to St John the Baptist, was designed during the Georgian era by Thomas Berry of Gainsborough between 1794-95 after the previous 14th century church fell. 

Postcode: LN3 5BL

Opening Times: 16th - 17th May, Saturday 11am - 4pm • Sunday 11am - 4pm

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Barlings - St Edwards

J Hannan-Briggs, St Edward, Barlings, CC BY-SA 2.0

This pretty church, once part of the Abbey of Barlings, has been the centre of quiet worship for 900 years. The church has Norman and 14th Century western parts, and the Eastern end is Victorian renovation. A group of worshippers of the Barlings group meets here monthly in this beautiful and peaceful spot. This, year, only our second as part of the Festival will see light refreshments available, alongside a small display of calligraphy, and a warm welcome for visitors. 

Postcode: LN3 5DG 

Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 10am - 4pm 

Photo: J Hannan-Briggs, St Edward, Barlings CC BY-SA 2.0

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Reepham • St Peter & St Pauls

Richard Croft, St.Peter & St.Paul's, Reepham, CC BY-SA 2.0

Reepham church dates back to the 12th century, but was substantially remodelled in the Victorian period. 

More recently the nave and tower were reordered to add modern seating, a servery and toilet. 

The themed exhibition will be memories of the village past. 

A small sale of plants and a churchyard tour will be available.

Postcode: LN3 4DQ, 

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 11am - 3.30pm

Photo: Richard Croft, St.Peter & St.Paul's, Reepham, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Greetwell • All Saints

Greetwell - Photo copyright Ashley Taylor

The medieval settlement of Greetwell was established before the 11th century with 20-30 households. Up to the 15th century it was self sufficient in grain and had a dairy, a smithy, bakery, church and priest. 

Today, Greetwell flourishes with no village but a congregation from far and wide. 

Greetwell is one mile east of Lincoln on the road to Cherry Willingham.

Postcode: LN3 4NG

Open: 10-11th May, Saturday 1pm to 4pm • Sunday 1pm to 4pm

Photo: Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

 

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Fiskerton • St Clement of Rome

St Clement Church, Fiskerton by Ian S, CC BY-SA 2.0

The north door is Norman, as are all the arches between the nave and chancel and the north aisle. Beautiful stained glass in the East and Skepper windows. Remembrance books and links with the RAF Squadrons within the Lady Chapel.

Postcode: LN3 4ES

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 11am-4pm • Sunday 11am-4pm.

Photo: St Clement Church, Fiskerton by Ian S, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Cherry Willingham • St Peter & St Paul

Cherry Willingham - St Peter & St Paul

St Peter & St Paul is a wonderful example of Georgian architecture with a beautiful reredos behind the altar. The modern octagonal lantern was designed by Louis Osman who also designed the coronet for the Prince of Wales. Homemade cakes, delicious scones await you...

Postcode: LN3 4AB

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 10am-4pm • Sunday 12noon-4pm

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Photo: Copyright Ashley Taylor of Push Creativity.

View from the churchyard  - St Peter & St Paul*

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Lissington - St John the Baptist

Richard Croft, St John the Baptist's church, Lissington, CC BY-SA 2.0

A small quiet peaceful church built in 1796 and restored in 1895. Constructed of squared ironstone and limestone rubble with brick dressing. Commandment boards 19th century, stained glass of last supper 1922. Diocletian windows on north wall. Photographs of the village.

Postcode: LN3 5AE

Open: 9th - 10th May, Saturday 10am - 6pm • Sunday 10am - 6pm

Photo: Richard Croft, St John the Baptist's church, Lissington, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Wickenby - St Peter & St Lawrence

Wickenby St Peter & St Lawrence by Angela Montague

The church contains wonderful medieval artefacts: rare 14th century stained glass, a scratch sundial, an imposing 14th century church door with ancient ironwork, fascinating carved stone heads. There will be a themed exhibition of local history information.

Postcode: LN3 5AB

Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 10am - 4pm

Photos: Wickenby  St Peter & St Lawrence by Angela Montague

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Wickenby St Peter & St Lawrence by Angela Montague

Wickenby St Peter & St Lawrence by Angela Montague

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Southrey • St John the Divine

Photo: Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

How did this little wooden church come to be? 

Talks on Saturday 11.00am and 2.00pm and on Sunday 12.00noon and 2.30pm. 

Hear the history behind this unique building.

Postcode: LN3 5TA

Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 11am - 4pm

Photo: Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

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Snelland - All Saints

Snelland All Saints - Ashley Taylor for the National Churches Trust

This beautiful atmospheric church dates back to the 12th century. It contains beautiful carved stone medieval faces and a rare ‘Leper’s window’ that enabled succour to be passed to those with leprosy who had to stay outside the church. Ancient sundial on south elevation. Thomas Retford, vicar, courageously gave his life in the Lincolnshire Rising.

Postcode: LN3 5AA

Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 10am - 4pm 

Photo: Snelland All Saints by Ashley Taylor for the National Churches Trust.

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Buslingthorpe - St Michael

Copyright Ashley Taylor, Buslingthorpe St Michael *

St Michael’s Church stands framed by the large trees surrounding the part-moated farm to the east. This church is one of the few remaining buildings remaining on the site of a deserted Medieval village. Apart from its square tower, the church was rebuilt in brick in 1835. Unassuming outside, it hides treasures within: two extraordinary fourteenth-century monuments to the local De Buslingthorpe family.

Buslingthorpe Church family tomb chest from the late 13th century. The effigy of a knight has his head on a cushion supported by angels. He is dressed in chain mail, a helmet and a surcoat.*

Postcode: LN3 5AT

Open: 9-10th May, Saturday 10am - 5pm • Sunday 10am - 5pm 

Photo: Copyright Ashley Taylor, Buslingthorpe St Michael

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Bardney - St Lawrence

St Lawrence, Bardney (Ashley Taylor for The National Churches Trust)

There is an exhibition of stones which were exhumed from Bardney Abbey in the early 1900s. The chancel is decorated with pictures of saints. There are also some 17th century charity boards. The church has connections with the RAF’s 9th Squadron. There has recently been a stained glass window dedicated to them. Organist Paul Savage 2pm3pm both days.  Huge plant stall, a tombola and craft stall.

Postcode: LN3 5TZ

Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 10am - 4pm 

Photos: Ashley Taylor of Push Creativity for The National Churches Trust

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St Lawrence Murals (Ashley Taylor for The National Churches Trust)

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