Willoughby with Sloothby, St Helena

Willoughby with Sloothby, St Helena*

St Helena’s dates back to the 14 th century; in the bell tower there is what Pevsner describes as ‘a wonderfully primeval ladder’. The octagonal font is where John Smith was baptised in 1580; he later became famous as Captain John Smith, a leader of the Jamestown Colony in Virginia. 

The chancel windows depict scenes from the Jamestown Colony and include Pocahontas, wife of John Rolfe. St Helena’s is a member of ‘Caring for God’s Acre’ and there is a nature trail in the churchyard.

Opening Times 6-7th September

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday noon-5pm

Postcode: LN13 9SX

Photo: R Jones

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Markby, St Peter

Markby, St Peter

The only thatched church in Lincolnshire, built in 1611. It fell into disrepair in late 19C and a corrugated tin church was erected next to it for services and the thatched for special occasions. In 1962, the tin church was failing and it was decided to renovate the original church.

Today, the interior of the church still bears traces of its history – Norman dog-toothed decoration on the chancel arch, former oak cross beam rescued from the roof bearing a date of 1611, the ancient font from the old parish church, 13th Century rose sculpture and the 19 th Century box pews.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday dawn-dusk 
Sunday dawn-dusk

Postcode: LN13 9QH

Photo: Josh Holmes

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Huttoft, St Margaret of Antioch

Huttoft, St Margaret of Antioch

St Margaret's is a Grade 1 Listed Building. It was built in the 13 th century and has a 15th century font with a Victorian cover. There are many stained glass windows to view.

The church has many amazing artefacts, including The Great Chair, La Pieta, Medieval Parish Trunks, the. village funeral Bier, painted Reredos and a carved Rood Screen.

The church has a strong connection with the poet Sir John Betjeman and the poem ‘A Lincolnshire Church’.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 9am-4.30pm  

Sunday 9am-4.30pm

Postcode: LN13 9RE

Photo: Josh Holmes

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Hannah cum Hagnaby, St Andrew

Hannah cum Hagnaby, St Andrew

St Andrew’s Church is a Georgian, Grade 1 listed building of simple design, incorporating some reused masonry, which is medieval in origin. The church is surrounded by arable farmland and sits in an elevated position, which gives interesting views of the surrounding area. The interior remains largely unchanged since 1753, including its original oak-panelled box pews. It has a two-decker pulpit and an unusual three-sided altar rail extended in a semi-circle at the front, which is hinged and opens outwards. Cleverly built into one of the pews is a marble font.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 11am-5pm  

Sunday 11am-3pm service, all welcome

Photo: C Hextall

Postcode: LN13 9QL

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Beesby with Maltby, St Andrew

Beesby, St Andrew

Very friendly, welcoming church. Refreshments and chats. Children friendly. Parking available.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

Postcode: LN13 0JG

Photo: John Holmes

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Alford, St Wilfrid

Alford, St Wilfrid

There has been a church on this site since around 1150, and parts of the current building date back to the 14th Century. There are some original features amongst which are a 14th Century screen, a fine Jacobean pulpit, traces of 16th Century glass and a 17th Century tomb in the chancel. The church was restored in the 1860s when the north aisle was added. Over the south porch is the Parvis Room, used as the first grammar school in Elizabethan times. One of its pupils was possibly John Smith. Saved from death by Pocahontas, he became Virginia’s first governor.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 9,30am-4pm 
Sunday 11am-4pm (Service 10am - 11am)

Postcode: LN13 9DS

Photo: R Croft.

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Swaby, St Nicholas

Swaby, St Nicholas

The Georgian church of St Nicholas was built in 1827. Registers date back to the 18 th century. The first rector of the church was Richard Cameron, whose wife, Lucy Littleton Cameron, was a famous Victorian children's author; she is buried in the churchyard. 

The organ was probably supplied by Willis & Sons and will be available to play on both days.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 11.00am-3pm
Sunday 11.00am-3pm 

Postcode: LN13 0BQ

Photo: J Robinson

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South Thoresby, St Andrew

South Thoresby, St Andrew

A Georgian style church, built in 1738. 14th century font has interesting with graffiti. There are two crypts under the church. The stained glass windows are of an unusual design. The altar window is Venetian with clear glass. A mini exhibition – A Fisher of Men, a history of St Andrew and his church at South Thoresby. A war grave can be found at the rear of the churchyard.

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-4pm 

Postcode: LN13 0AS

Photo: Josh Homes

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Belleau, St John the Baptist

Belleau, St John the Baptist*

There are numerous lovely comments by people who visit the church during the year and write in the visitor book. A comment that typifies this, written 18th April 2014 from Katy Davis, Coventry (aged 12 and a half): “It is one of my favourite churches. Whenever I go in I think how old and beautiful it is. It is very quiet and I really do like it. It truly takes my breath away.” Her mother added: “A nice place to pray and to calm your thoughts.”

Opening times 6-7th September

Saturday 7am-7pm
Sunday 7am-7pm 

Postcode: LN13 0BW

Photo: R Croft

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