Barnetby le Wold - St Barnabas

Gary Brothwell, St Barnabas' Church, Barnetby Le Wold, CC BY-SA 2.0

The church was built in 1926/27 to replace the existing wooden church and be more central than the 11th century St Mary’s which is sited on the edge of the village. It was unfinished as money ran out! Beautiful coloured ceiling painted in railway colours. Refreshments served over the weekend. Exhibition on “History of Barnetby” during the weekend.

Postcode: DN38 6JE

Open: 9th - 10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 12 noon - 4pm 

Photo: Gary Brothwell, St Barnabas' Church, Barnetby Le Wold, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Scawby - St Hybald

 

David Wright, St Hybald Church, Scawby, CC BY-SA 2.0

St Hybald, a little known Saxon saint of the 7th century was probably the Abbot of Hibaldstow. Only three other local churches are dedicated to him: those in Ashby de la Launde, near Sleaford; Manton (although this is now a private dwelling) and our neighbouring village of Hibaldstow where he is believed to have been buried.

The earliest recorded church in Scawby now only survives in the lower part of the 14th century tower. 
After a ‘fire’ in 1839 the rest of the church was rebuilt and extended. 

St Hybald’s contains many funereal monuments to the Nelthorpe family, who lived in the adjacent Scawby Hall.

Postcode: DN20 9AE

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

Photo: David Wright, St Hybald Church, Scawby, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Redbourne - St Andrew

 

Ian S, St Andrew's, Redbourne, CC BY-SA 2.0

This peaceful church, built largely in the 14th and 15th centuries, has a tall, slender tower and a dramatic Georgian glass window of the Day of Judgement (1830). 

The interior is a mix of Decorated and Perpendicular with Georgian and Victorian. 

There are excellent 18th and 19th century monuments, ducal hatchments of the St Albans family, and the incised slab of Gerald Sothill (1410). 

Redbourne’s WW1 war memorial is located within the church. 

Our homemade cakes are also excellent!

Postcode: DN21 4QN

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 10am - 5pm • Sunday 10am - 5pm

Photo: Ian S, St Andrew's, Redbourne, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Hibaldstow - St Hybald

 

David Wright, St Hybald, Hibaldstow, CC BY-SA 2.0

We are one of only 3 churches in the country dedicated to St Hybald - the other two being our sister church in Scawby and Ashby-de-la-Launde. And we have the particular honour of having the bones of St Hybald himself buried under our chancel. 

The village name Hibaldstow means ‘burial-place of St Hybald’ and dates back to at least 664 AD. It is thought the St Hybald, possibly a pupil of St Chad, set up a mission station or monastery in what became Hibaldstow, and was eventually buried there. 

Despite the long history of Christian worship, the present church dates from 1866 (chancel) and 1875 (nave), and the tower was rebuilt in the 1960s. 

St Hybald’s occasionally plays host to pilgrimages to see the relics of St Hybald.

Postcode: DN20 9RA

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

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

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Gate Burton - St Helen

Richard Croft, St Helen's Church, Gate Burton, CC BY-SA 2.0

St Helen’s church, Gate Burton is a beautiful estate church of 1866 by Sir G. G. Scott, with a west tower, nave and chancel. 

It has geometrical tracery. The font is Norman and drum shaped, and decorated with segmental arched arcading, revealing flowers or faces.

Coffees and light snacks will be served in the church on the open weekend. 

While the road is marked private, access to the church is permitted.

Postcode: DN21 5BA

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 9am - 4pm • Sunday 9am - 3pm

Photo: Richard Croft, St Helen's Church, Gate Burton, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Broughton - St Mary

Richard Croft, St Mary's Church Broughton, CC BY-SA 2.0

St Mary’s church can safely be dated from 1066, although the tower is possibly earlier, giving evidence that there has been a centre of Christian worship in Broughton for over 900 years at least. There are many interesting features in St Mary’s including architecture from various periods in its history, Lindsey type grave slabs, and monuments to the Redford and Anderson families. 

ADDITIONAL TO THE BROCHURE:

As part of the festival the lady who plays the organ will be coming into the church on both Saturday and Sunday to play. Ann Sparks who painted the picture featured on the front cover of the 2026 churches festival brochure has arranged for her and some of her friends to put on an Art Exhibition over the weekend.

Broughton Walking group have organised a special walk starting at the lychgate and ending at the church for delicious refreshments. The walk will be on Sunday 17th May starting as 11am - Approx 1 hour / 2.5 miles.  Meet at the lychgate 11am if you would like to walk.

Postcode: DN20 0HY

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

Photo: Richard Croft, St Mary's Church Broughton, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Epworth - Wesley Memorial Methodist

 

Epworth - Wesley Memorial Methodist (from church's own website)

Built in 1889 as a memorial to John and Charles Wesley. 

Contains the 18th century communion table used by Samuel and John Wesley in St Andrew’s, the parish church. Stained glass windows including “The Great Commission”. 

Also school rooms, manse and caretaker’s cottage on site.

Postcode: DN9 1EP

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

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Epworth • St Andrew

 

Richard Croft, St.Andrew's Church,  Epworth, CC BY-SA 2.0

A grade I listed building mostly 14th & 15th century but incorporating a 12th century name from an earlier building. 

Many restorations have taken place over the centuries, the most recent 2012-2014 when evidence of a Saxon church was found as the floor was being prepared for under floor heating. 

Samuel Wesley was Rector from 1695 to 1735 and his sons John and Charles were born and brought up in Epworth. 

It is seen as the birthplace of Methodism.

Postcode: DN9 1ES

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

Photo: Richard Croft, St Andrew's church Epworth, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Laughton Methodist Church

Laughton Methodist Chapel

Dating from 1826, the chapel was used as a Sunday School until 1969. The second chapel adjacent to the first dates from 1927. A new Sunday School was added in 1975. 

The Primitive Methodist magazine of 1859 records an account by A Worsnop of the re-opening of the chapel after enlargement. This was necessary because of a revival in the winter of 1857-8 and consent was obtained from WM Ingram Esq. 

On the north wall inside Laughton Methodist church is a white stone tablet with incised gold lettering commemorating a single World War 2 casualty.

Postcode: DN21 3PT

Open 16-17th May Saturday 10.30am - 4pm • Sunday 10.30am - 4pm

Photo: Copyright Angela Montague

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Market Rasen - Holy Rood

Market Rasen - Holy Rood - photo by the church

Enter into the world of the mystical language of Icons. What do they mean? Why do they exist? We are running tours which will include an introduction to this mystical language. We will also have our vestments display - including the Sixhills cope, organ music, and centuries old books. There is a car parking area at the rear of the schoolroom. Please check in at the schoolroom on arrival and enjoy the delicious refreshments on offer.

Postcode: LN8 3BB 

Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 11.30am - 4pm • Sunday 1pm - 4pm 

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Willingham by Stow - St Helen

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There will be themed displays on the church and light refreshments will be served all day, including bacon and sausage baps up to lunchtime.

 

Postcode: DN21 5JY

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

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Scotter - St Peter

Philip Halling, St Peter's Church Scotter, CC BY-SA 2.0

Our beautiful church has parts dating back to the 11th century, and unique 17th century ‘Ringers Rhymes’. 

Bell ringers will be in attendance and giving demonstrations throughout the weekend. 

The able bodied can climb the tower to view the bells and our 1848 James Harrison clock in its original case with notation and graffiti (small fee). Please ring 07971026272 on the day for times of tower visits.

A display by the local art group around the church, a mini cake stall and light refreshments.

Postcode: DN21 3RZ 

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 11.30am - 4pm.

Photo: Philip Halling, St Peter's Church Scotter, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Coates by Stow • St Edith

Photos: Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

St. Edith’s is a charming and unique pre reformation church, probably of Saxon origin. 

It has a very rare rood screen and loft not to be missed. 

Whilst steeped in history and situated in a unique setting, it attracts visitors from all over the world throughout the year. 

There is the site of the old Saxon Village only a short walk away and a medieval game can be played inside the church. 

Do come and join us and see for yourself this incredible tranquil setting and church. Access is off the Stow to Ingham road and it will be signposted.

 

Postcode: LN1 2DW 

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 10am - 5pm • Sunday 10.30am - 4.30pm

Photo: Copyright Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity.

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Almost every century has made a distinctive contribution to the structure, a testimony to the many people whose spiritual home it has been. Amazingly it escaped the ravages of the Reformation and rebellion, aided, no doubt by the moated situation. 

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Messingham - Holy Trinity

Holy Trinity - Messingham by Richard Croft CC BY-SA 2.0

This is an updated description from the printed brochure, please take the webpage as correct. 

A Grade II* listed church, greatly restored in the early 19th century, including the installation of an extensive collection of medieval stained glass by Revd. H.V. Bayley working in collaboration with architect Edward Willson. 

This year you are warmly invited to visit and enjoy the creative work of local artists and makers. Our theme is ‘Colour’. 

Please see their website/Facebook for further details

holytrinitymessingham.co.uk

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Postcode: DN17 3SF

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

Photo: Holy Trinity - Messingham by Richard Croft CC BY-SA 2.0

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Wragby - Methodist

Richard Croft / Wragby Methodist church / CC BY-SA 2.0

A small 19th century Methodist Chapel. Inside we have an organ dedicated to the men and one woman who died during WWI and WWII. We are a warm and welcoming chapel, altered to suit our needs in the 21st century.

 
Postcode: LN8 5RA

Open: 17th-18th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 12noon - 4pm

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Photo: Richard Croft / Wragby Methodist church / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Gainsborough United Reformed Church

Gainsborough United Reformed Church by Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

The Church was built in 1897 as a memorial to John Robinson, pastor of the Mayflower Pilgrims. 

We also hold a permanent Pilgrim exhibition in our Mayflower Room. 

The two manual pipe organ built on 1903 by Forster and Andrews, is listed by the British Institute of Organ Studies as an instrument of national importance. 

Meet our local authors and their works on display and some art exhibition from the local art class.

Enjoy some refreshments.

Postcode: DN21 2JR

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

Photos: Ashley Taylor at Push Creativity.

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The church has its own website which can be visited here: Gainsborough United Reformed Church.

Gainsborough United Reformed Church by Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity

The Mayflower Room - Photo: Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity*

The two manual pipe organ built in 1903 by Forster and Andrews -

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Tealby - All Saints

Gary Brothwell, Tealby All Saints, CC BY-SA 2.0

All Saints is a beautiful Grade 1 listed church in a picturesque location with wonderful views over the Wolds. It is now 200 years since Joshua Gibbons, a Tealby papermaker, was collecting tunes and writing them into a small pocket-sized manuscript book. He was a proficient f iddle player and played at local balls, feasts and other events. We have live and recorded folk music from this special notebook. We also have interesting displays about the church, manuscript, and local papermaking.

Postcode: LN8 3XW

Open: 9th-10th May - Saturday 10am - 3.30pm • Sunday 12 noon - 3.30pm

Photo: Gary Brothwell, Tealby All Saints, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Brookenby - St Michael & All Angels

Brookenby - St Michael & All Angels by Ian S

No bell tower, no cemetery, but ample car parking space, heating and toilets. Not the typical Lincolnshire church. Brookenby Church has its home in a former accommodation block of the former RAF Binbrook. This is also home of the Angels Tearoom and Thrift shop, which is run by a group of enthusiastic volunteers. We are planning to hold an exhibition of local art work created by residents of Brookenby.

Postcode: LN8 6ER 


Open: 9th-10th May, Saturday 10am - 4pm • Sunday 10am - 2pm 

Photo: Ian S, Brookenby Church, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Nettleham • All Saints

Nettleham All Saints - Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity*

Dating from Saxon times we have many beautiful stained-glass windows including the Hayward East window. 

Wall paintings and Bodley and Garner ceilings. 

Beside the beck, we are a living, thriving Church with many and varied activities, central to village life and for quiet contemplation and prayer. 

Saturday 11am to 11.45am Lincoln Society of Recorder Players. 

Sunday 2.30pm Songs of Praise, choose your favourite hymn and join us in singing it.

Postcode: LN2 2PD

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 10.30am - 4.30pm • Sunday 12noon - 4pm.

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Nettleham All Saints Interior - Ashley Taylor, Push Creativity*

Resurrected Christ among fields and burning stubble, by John Hayward, 1971

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Gainsborough - St Thomas of Canterbury

Gainsborough - St Thomas of Canterbury - photo Angela Montague

The church is a short 5 min walk from Marshall’s Yard. 

Built in 1866 in Cross Street, a small narrow street, the church is Grade II listed. 

There is a WWI memorial and photographs of how the church has looked through time. There will be a period costume display. 

The church has some stained glass and a good organ.

Refreshments include tea, coffee & cake. 

North Street and Roseway car parks are also nearby. 

Postcode: DN21 2AX, 

Open: 16-17th May, Saturday 9am - 5pm • Sunday 10.30am - 5pm

Photo: Gainsborough - St Thomas of Canterbury - Angela Montague

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