Morton • St Paul

Morton St Paul and its labyrinth

St Paul’s welcomes visitors to view its collection of ten windows designed by Sir Edward Burne-Jones, who worked on them with William Morris. 

The carpet in front of the altar is also of a William Morris design. 

Font of Frosterley Marble surmounted by a fine canopy. 

The Augustus Gern organ was built in 1891 and the organ case is a wonderful piece of craftsmanship. 

A warm welcome and delicious refreshments.

Postcode: DN21 3AD

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

Exterior photo supplied by the church, interiors by Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity. 

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Langworth • St Hugh

Langworth, St Hugh Church, by Fr Chris Hewitt

Langworth, St Hugh Church, by Rev Penny Green

Additional to the printed brochure - but open for you to visit! 

Built 1962, in a modern style, but internally fitted out with the furnishings taken from the fire damaged estate chapel at Walmesgate, Louth. 

The plain exterior does not do justice to the charming interior, with delicately patterned walls, with trailing vines on the roof beams and a sanctuary canopied with a blend of blue, silver and gold. 

An art exhibition will be held during the weekend.

Postcode: LN3 5BD.

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

Photo: Langworth, St Hugh Church, by Fr Chris Hewitt

Photo: Langworth, St Hugh Church, by Rev Penny Green

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Knaith • St Mary

St Mary's Knaith, photograph by Eddy Overson

Described as “odd, but delightful with stunning views of the River Trent”, St Mary’s curious appearance reflects an intriguing and calamitous history. 

A free guided tour is available with tales of naughty nuns, civil war intrigue and fabulous fortunes won, lost and given away.

The church dates from c1330 and has interesting features including a superb Gothic font, a fine Jacobean pulpit complete with tester, medieval pew ends, and an unusual altar Baldacchino among many other amazing artefacts. 

A festival visitor commented on Facebook: "Our first stop this morning was St Mary's at Knaith. A small church tucked away but an absolute must to visit. Absolutely fascinating and the gentleman there gave us a little tour, pointing out so many things we would have missed on our own. My friends have been visiting churches as part of the festival for several years and said that is was one of the most interesting they had been to, especially given the gentleman's tour and stories"

Postcode: DN21 5PE

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

Photo: St Mary's Knaith, photograph by Eddy Overson

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St Mary’s English Decorated period Gothic font has been described thus:
“This very splendid font is we think altogether the handsomest we ever saw…”

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Kirton in Lindsey • St Andrew

Richard Croft, St.Andrew's church, Kirton-in-Lindsey, CC BY-SA 2.0

A 12th century church standing in an Anglo-Saxon town, this is an interesting visit. There will be tower tours giving access to the bells and spectacular views over Kirton. 

We will have flower displays, archives, church silver and activities for children. 

There’s a sponsored bike ride and refreshments, including lunch. 

The overall theme is Heaven and Earth.

Postcode: DN21 4PJ

Open: 10-11th May, Saturday 10am - 4.30pm • Sunday 12.30pm - 4pm

Photo: Richard Croft, St.Andrew's church, Kirton-in-Lindsey, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Kettlethorpe • St Peter & St Paul

St Peter & St Paul Church, Kettlethorpe by Ian S CC BY-SA 2.0

On this site Katherine Swynford, mistress of John of Gaunt lived and worshipped here. Come and find about their famous love affair and court scandal at the NEW Katherine exhibition. 

Also an extensive display of artistic hand crafted kneelers and the famous restored French pulpit.

St Peter & St Paul’s church holds a service most Sundays always using The Book of Common Prayer. Everyone of all ages welcome.

 
Postcode: LN1 2GZ

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

Photo: St Peter & St Paul Church, Kettlethorpe by Ian S CC BY-SA 2.0

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Hemswell • All Saints

Richard Croft, All Saints' church, Hemswell, CC BY-SA 2.0

We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful church which stands proudly in the village surrounded by a well kept graveyard. Interested in local history? On display will be scrapbooks documenting village life in times gone by. Hemswell censuses and a graveyard plan will assist you in finding your ancestors. Light refreshments available both days. Can we tempt you to a slice of delicious home made cake?

Postcode: DN21 5UQ, 

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

Photo: Richard Croft, All Saints' church, Hemswell, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Heapham • All Saints

Richard Croft, All Saints' church, CC BY-SA 2.0

On entry to the church path, very visible on the original tower is a keyhole window. Set in a picturesque setting, this delightful church has the remains of a Saxon cross very close to the south facing door as well as having features of Norman arches. Another very interesting feature are the two upside down faces carved out on one of the pillars. There is graffiti dating between 11th and 13th century as well as other interesting features. Closed Saturday 12noon-1.30pm.

Postcode: DN21 5PT

Open: 10-11th May, Saturday 10.30am - 3.30pm • Sunday 1.20pm - 3.30pm

Photo: Richard Croft, All Saints' church, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Hackthorn • St Michael & All Angels

Dave Hitchborne, St Michael and All Angels, Hackthorn, CC BY-SA 2.0

A warm welcome awaits you at this beautiful Victorian Gothic church with fine carved woodwork situated in peaceful surrounding among trees and parkland of Hackthorn Hall, overlooking the lake.

There is an outstanding 1869 Nicholson organ of historic importance, restored in 1999. 

A peal of six bells was installed in 2006. 

Tea, coffee, cold drinks and biscuits also for sale. 

Postcode: LN2 3PQ

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

Photo: Dave Hitchborne, St Michael and All Angels, Hackthorn, 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

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The Stephen Langton Trail 

The Stephen Langton Trail that passes through or near six festival churches where you can stop for refreshments or even lunch, click on their names to open their pages of this site:

1. Langton 
2. Wragby
3. Apley
4. Fiskerton 
5. Greetwell 
6. Cherry Willingham

Click this link to read more at the Visit Lincoln website

A 16.5 mile walking trail from the birthplace of Archbishop Stephen Langton, key in the sealing of Magna Carta, to the historic city of Lincoln.

The Stephen Langton Trail starts at the Lincolnshire village of Langton-by-Wragby, birthplace of Archbishop Stephen Langton, and takes a meandering and picturesuqe 16.5 mile walk to historic Lincoln and Lincoln Castle, home to an original copy of the 1215 Magna Carta.

The trail is split into three sections to allow for all abilities and so the walk can be split up over a space of time:

• Section One leads from Langton-by-Wragby to Apley through the Lincolnshire Limewood Nature Reserve (4 miles)
• Section Two from Thistle Storr Wood near Apley to Fiskerton along the Viking Way (6¼ miles)
• Section Three follows the River Witham Valley from Fiskerton on a delightful riverside walk to Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter (6¼ miles).

Grayingham • St Radegund

David Wright, Grayingham Church, CC BY-SA 2.0

Our new extension on the south side of the church is now finished – disabled toilet, servery and meeting room. Also a disabled entrance through the new extension. 

Display of archaeological findings and stages of building in our photographs. 

Play our Benjamin Flight organ. 

Historical records from the Lincolnshire Archives as well as many other fascinating pieces of information about our church and its people. 

Food all day including baps filled with local produce, home made cakes and much more.

Postcode: DN21 4ET

Open: 10-11th May, Saturday 9.30am - 4.30pm • Sunday 10am - 4pm

Photo: David Wright, Grayingham Church, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Glentham • St Peter & Our Lady

David Wright, Glentham Church, CC BY-SA 2.0

The front porch of our church is adorned with the Tournay Arms and a rare medieval ‘pieta’, a representation of the Virgin with the dead Christ across her knees. 

We have stained glass by Whale and box pews.

Postcode: LN8 2EP

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

Photo: David Wright, Glentham Church, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Display of kneelers (photo by Angela Montague)

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Gainsborough • All Saints

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A very different Georgian-style church with medieval tower and magnificent interior, with a copy of Da Vinci’s The Last Supper behind the altar. The organ is a three-manual Walker (1906). 

See also the beautiful stained glass, late 17th century marble font and memorial headstone of Richard Rollett, master sailmaker to Captain James Cook on HMS The Resolution, who died two hundred years ago in 1824. Guided visits into the Bell Tower.

Postcode: DN21 2JR

Open: 10-11th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 12noon - 4pm

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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. Plants and cakes will be available for purchase.

Postcode: LN3 4ES

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

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

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The Stephen Langton Trail 

The Stephen Langton Trail passes through or near six festival churches where you can stop for refreshments, click on their names to open their pages of this site:

1. Langton 
2. Wragby
3. Apley
4. Fiskerton 
5. Greetwell 
6. Cherry Willingham

A 16.5 mile walking trail from the birthplace of Archbishop Stephen Langton, key in the sealing of Magna Carta, to the historic city of Lincoln.

The Stephen Langton Trail starts at the Lincolnshire village of Langton-by-Wragby, birthplace of Archbishop Stephen Langton, and takes a meandering and picturesuqe 16.5 mile walk to historic Lincoln and Lincoln Castle, home to an original copy of the 1215 Magna Carta.
The trail is split into three sections to allow for all abilities and so the walk can be split up over a space of time:

• Section One leads from Langton-by-Wragby to Apley through the Lincolnshire Limewood Nature Reserve (4 miles)

• Section Two from Thistle Storr Wood near Apley to Fiskerton along the Viking Way (6¼ miles)

• Section Three follows the River Witham Valley from Fiskerton on a delightful riverside walk to Lincoln's Cathedral Quarter (6¼ miles).

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Corringham • St Laurence

Corringham St Laurence - Copyright Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

There has been a church on this site well over 1,000 years older than the British monarchy. It is 140 years since Bodley & Garner spread gold dust and beautified this Grade I church paid for by Mary Beckett. The parish registers will be made available. 

Come and see the stone coffin found under the altar in 1883/84. 

We shall have a churchyard tour weather permitting. 

The refreshments and lunches are Michelin star quality! 

A warm welcome awaits you.

Our church also has a beautifully restored Bodley Ceiling. 

Postcode: DN21 5QY

Open: 10-11h May, Saturday 10.30am - 4pm • Sunday 10.30am - 4pm

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The Bodley Ceiling. Copyright Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

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Cherry Willingham • St Peter & St Paul

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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. 

Home made cakes, delicious scones await you...

Postcode: LN3 4AB

Open: 10-11th May, Saturday 10am-4pm • Sunday 12noon-4pm

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Brattleby • St Cuthbert

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St Cuthbert’s sits in peaceful and secluded wooded grounds on the southern edge of the village. The lower section of the tower dates to the 11th century. The bells are some of the oldest in the county, installed in 1450. 

The churchyard contains the base of a listed Saxon cross, pre-dating the church and the thought provoking grave of WWII pilot Clare Connor (full story in church). the Saxon inner arch and the 14th century chancel arches show evidence of wall paintings. 

Visitors are assured of a warm welcome, with drinks and light refreshments being served, donations accepted.

A church has stood on this site for 1000 years.  The current church has been the subject of four documented restorations, 1450, 1778, 1858 and finally in 2013 at a cost of £130,000 funded by English Heritage.

Postcode: LN1 2SQ

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

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