Horsington, All Saints

Horsington, All Saints (photo supplied by church)

 

All Saints’ Church, Horsington, rebuilt in 1860, is a striking Victorian church at the heart of the village. Inside, discover a vivid stained-glass East window and memorials that tell real stories – including Colonel Bonar Millet Deare, who died at the Battle of Laing’s Nek in 1881, leading one of the last actions in which the British regimental colours were carried into battle. The church will be open for visitors to explore, with displays highlighting its history, craftsmanship and the lives connected to it. Step inside and uncover the stories behind the names.

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-4pm

Postcode LN10 5EX

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Spilsby, St James

Spilsby, St James*

St James Church has been a place of worship for over 600 years. Established in the 14th Century, by Sir John Willoughby. Featuring a beautiful chapel, memorialising the Willoughby family, including Catherine Willoughby, of whom a book was recently published.

With a wonderful organ, having been renovated in the last few years, the church boasts ideal acoustics for live music performances.

Other features include a memorial to explorer Sir John Franklin, discoverer of the North West Sea Passage around Canada.

With stained-glass windows throughout, illustrating the Gospel story, a beautiful font, high altar, we hope you enjoy visiting us.

Opening times 5-6th September

Saturday from 8am 

Sunday from 8am

Postcode: PE23 5DU

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*Photo by J Holmes

Raithby, Holy Trinity

Raithby, Holy Trinity*

Our bell tower is medieval with medieval traces in the nave including graffiti on the font. George Gilbert Scott worked on the nave, Temple Moore worked on the chancel (creating its beautiful ceiling). There are lovely stained glass windows including a Kempe. The village war memorial is in the nave, whilst the founder of our first free school is remembered by a ledger stone in the tower. Our bier was made in Lincoln. We have copies of a photo by Temple Moore (of our chancel), Nattes’ 1792 drawing of our church and Scott’s plan of our church.

Opening Times: 5-6th September
Saturday 10am-4pm 
Sunday 10am-4pm  

Postcode: PE23 4DS

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*© Copyright D Hitchborne and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.

Thimbleby, St Margaret

Thimbleby St Margaret (church's own photo),

Detailed exhibition from14th century; photograph of 18th century church; details of reconstruction of beautiful new spire and tower, completed in 2018. Exhibition also describes faulty construction of church plus descriptions of thatched 16th century cottages linked to Jamestown, Virginia, USA. Chalice used at monthly service dates c1550 and thought to have been given by Queen Mary (1553-1558) who had living of Thimbleby within her gift. When St Margarets was rebuilt in 1879 it contained no stained glass. Beautiful memorial windows were constructed in 1920, 1973 and 1975. Reredos depicts Last Supper. Hand-sewn quilt presented to church by lady in Nebraska USA.

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9am–5pm

Postcode: LN9 5RE

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Horncastle, St Mary

Horncastle St Mary's (photo Ashley Taylor for ExploreChurches)

St Mary’s is a large town centre church with a well-documented history, historical scythes possibly from the Lincolnshire Rising, Civil War History, connections with the local Dymoke Family who serve as the King’s Champion. There are beautiful stained glass windows, carved angels and 100 embroidered kneelers. There is a thriving bookstall and light refreshments will be available. On Saturday, there is a town market and local shops open.

Parking is available at local supermarkets and The Wong.

The Lady Chapel (photo Ashley Taylor for ExploreChurches)

The guilded angels in the nave roof (photo Ashley Taylor for ExploreChurches)

Families welcome (photo Ashley Taylor for ExploreChurches)

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 10am–4pm
Sunday 12noon–4pm

Postcode: LN9 5HW

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Belchford - St Peter & St Paul

Belchford, St Peter & St Paul*

Although most of the present church only dates from the 19th century, there is positive evidence of a church in the village since the 12th century. When entering the church through the 18th century semi-circular headed west doorway, the colour of the east window casts a pale blue hue across the chancel and nave. Of particular note are: - the ornate 19th century altar and reredos with painted panels depicting the virgin and child and apostles - The pulpit with panelled sides, one containing a relief of Magi, with virgin and child - Decorated organ - Painted chancel roof.

Belchford, St Peter & St Paul*

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 9am–5pm
Sunday 9am–5pm

Postcode: LN9 6LQ

Photo: Ashley Taylor of Push Creativity for the National Churches Trust.

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Swaby, St Nicholas

Swaby, St Nicholas

St Nicholas is a red brick church situated in good walking country. It was built in 1828 on the foundations of a previous church. The organ was obtained from Haugh Manor. The pews are oak with carved ends. The old graveyard has been recently restored. There are many interesting graves. Both church and churchyard are exceptionally tranquil.

Opening times 12-13th September

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-4pm 

Postcode: LN13 0BQ

Photo: J Robinson

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