Stickford, St Helen

Stickford, St Helen*

A grade II* listed church dedicated to St Helen. On show are medieval graffiti, unique medieval poppyheads and a medieval bell. Part of the church dates from 13th century. Major restoration was undertaken by James Fowler in 1853. The chancel, rebuilt in 1880s, was designed by the

celebrated London-based architect, Samuel Tuelon. A servery and toilet were installed recently. The church is used for services twice a month, coffee mornings, village markets and craft fairs. Open daily with a well-stocked second-hand bookshop, toilet and facilities to make a drink. Craft fair 10-2 Saturday, 5th September.

Opening times 5-6th September

Saturday 10am-3pm  

Sunday 10am-3pm  (unmanned)

Postcode: PE22 8EP

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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

Langton with Sutterby (by Spilsby), St Peter & St Paul

Langton with Sutterby (by Spilsby), St Peter & St Paul

BROCHURE UPDATE: The postcode for this church in the brochure is incorrect (and will take you to Little Steeping church). The correct postcode for this church is PE23 4PU.

A stunningly well preserved early Georgian church - now repainted in the original Georgian colour scheme - with outstanding oak panelling, very unusual box pews and a three-decker pulpit in the body of the church. Visited by the renowned lexicographer Samuel Johnson in 1764 when he came to see his young friend Bennet Langton. Johnson famously asked Langton to take his pocket watch before he rolled down the nearby Sheep Walks “as I have not had a roll for some time”.

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday open during daylight hours
Sunday open during daylight hours

Postcode: PE23 4PU

Picture Credit Josh Holmes

Each summer the church hosts two Concerts:

The world renowned Piatti String Quartet will play on

Saturday 12 September at 6:30pm.

Langton Church, Langton by Spilsby, PE23 4PU

Piatti Quartet

Michael Trainer & Emily Holland (violins)

Miguel Sobrinho (viola)

Jessie Ann Richardson (cello)

Programme

Franz Schubert (1797 – 1828)

String Quartet No 12 D.703 (Quartettsatz)

Alexander Borodin (1833 – 1887)

String Quartet No.2 in D major

Joseph Phibbs (b. 1974)

Cantus “After Bach”

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Antonin Dvořák (1841 – 1904)

String Quartet No 13 in G major op. 106′

After the concert canapés and refreshments will be served in the candlelit church

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Suggested donations – £25 (£28 if paid on the door)

Payment by BACS available (and preferred) or by cheque in favour of “Langton with Sutterby Parochial Church Council” c/o Langton Cottage, Langton, Spilsby, PE23 4PU.

Email: webmaster@langton-by-spilsby.org.uk

Tel: 01790 753649; 01790 753561; 07809 619401

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Hagworthingham, Holy Trinity

Hagworthingham, Holy Trinity

Most of the church has stained glass windows donated by The Cheales family. Brass, silver and other furniture donated by the family are also well worth seeing. Also, a 15th century font.

The tower fell down in 1972; the base still remains. There are gravestones peculiar to the Wolds area & a War grave. The church is full of beauty & wonder.

The creation of a community space where you can enjoy refreshments. Various registers will be on display, plus, an exhibition of the history of the Church & village.

Opening Times: 5th September

Saturday 10.30-5pm

Postcode:
PE23 4LP

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East Keal, St Helen

 East Keal, St Helen by Dave Hitchborne CC BY-SA 2.0

Grade II* listed church with 13th and 14th-century arcades. West tower and other areas rebuilt in the Early English style by Steven Lewin in the 1850s. 

Charming medieval stone carvings on the South doorway include draped figures, a dog, and a cat’s head. 

16th-century font features grotesque heads, and a rare and unusual bare backside – known as the “Parson’s bottom”! 

Light ploughman’s lunches and delicious homemade puddings and cakes available. 

Holy Communion service on Sunday at 11.15am - all welcome.

Opening Times: 5-6th September
Saturday 10am-3pm
Sunday 10am-3pm

Postcode: PE23 4AT

Picture Credit Dave Hitchborne CC BY-SA 2.0

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Wragby, All Saints

Wragby, All Saints*

Fine Victorian church with gallery, rare early organ, medieval stoop and fascinating bell tower including 15th century bells. Fine stained glass windows depict “love, hope and charity.” There are community kneelers. Local artefacts will be displayed. 

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

Postcode: 

LN8 5RA

Wragby, All Saints*

Wragby, All Saints*

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*photo by Ashley Taylor of Push Creativity for the National Churches Trust - Explore Churches website

Mareham le Fen, St Helen

Mareham le Fen, St Helen (church's own photo)

Fine greenstone Grade II listed, dating from the 13th century and partially rebuilt in 1879. The south door is 14th century and the south isle 15th century. Inside is the gravestone of James Roberts, who accompanied Sir Joseph Banks and Captain James Cook on the first voyage around the world. An illustrated guide is available, which details the various features and artefacts found in the church, including an illuminated scroll which commemorates all the men of the village, who served in the great war and those who gave their lives.

Additional details to those listed in the brochure for 2026 

Self guided Tours of the Church and Churchyard.

Displays including the Silent Soldiers of Mareham Le Fen

Illustrated talk on the History of Mareham Le Fen (Sat 3pm)

This is a small selection of  kneelers created from 1993 to 1996 by the ladies of the village. A similar display will be on show during the festival.

Light refreshments will be available

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 10am–4pm
Sunday 10am–4pm 

Postcode: PE22 7QU

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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

The gilded angels in the nave roof

Families welcome

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 10am–4pm
Sunday 12noon–4pm

Postcode: LN9 5HW

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Burgh on Bain, St Helen

Burgh on Bain, St Helen (church's own photograph)

11th century with Norman tower and arch. Major restoration 1871 by the Fox family of Girsby Manor, including stained glass in memory of the family. Church clock presented to village by the family in appreciation of the WWI efforts. 17th century wooden lectern, greatly admired by Pevsner, and two substantial marble monuments, commemorating the 18th century lords of the manor. Teas, coffee and home-made cakes. Display of local historical information. 

Opening Times: 5-6th September

Saturday 10.30am - 4pm
Sunday 10.30am - 4pm

Postcode: LN8 6JY

Photo: supplied by church 

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Trusthorpe, St Peter

Trusthorpe, St Peter

The original Saxon church was destroyed by encroaching sea. This re-built church, constructed of red brick, has a Medieval font. The porch has an inverted stone, carved with shield, cross and Gothic inscription. The Tower dates back to 1606 with re-built Nave in 1842. It has beautiful stained-glass windows and holds 2+ regular services every week. A well-maintained churchyard, gardens, paddock and car-park. St Peters gained a silver award for Eco-church in 2026 plus East Midlands ’In Bloom’ and ‘It’s Your Neighbourhood’ awards in 2025. Active campanologists ring on Sundays and for national ringing events.

Opening Times 12-13th September

Saturday 10am-4pm
Sunday 10am-4pm 

Postcode: LN12 2PH

Photo: D Povey

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Sutton on Sea, St Clement

Sutton on Sea, St Clement

ADDITIONAL TO THE BROCHURE: SECOND WEEKEND

This church has been omitted from the brochure, but is taking part in the festival on the second weekend. Please support them with a visit. 

Sunday: Morning Worship 10.30am; 3pm Battle of Britain Service

“The Church with the Leaning Tower”

Leaning tower. Plaque marking level of 1953 flood waters.

Grave of local lad killed by a sniper’s bullet in Northern Ireland – Martin Robinson – 16.4.1972, just 21 years old. Served with 1st Battalion of Worcester & Sherwood Foresters. 

A bench in his memory in Memorial Garden on Furlongs Road by children’s play area.

Pleasant garden with wildflowers area.

Opening Times 12th-13th September

Saturday 9.30am-5pm
Sunday 9.30am-5pm including 10.30am Morning Worship and 3pm Battle of Britain Service 

Postcode: LN12 2JB

Photo: C Collins

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Orby, All Saints

Orby, All Saints*

ADDITIONAL TO THE BROCHURE: SECOND WEEKEND

This church is one of our late additions. It does not appear in the printed brochure, but is taking part in the festival on the second weekend. Please support them with a visit. 

All Saints Church, Orby is nestled close to the Lincolnshire wolds. It is a medieval structure built in the local greenstone. The present Nave was built in the Early English style around the year 1150. The south aisle was added around 1450 and the west tower 50yrs later, then the porch in 1600. 

We plan to hold our usual beautiful flower festival with refreshments, teas and coffee. 

We welcome all visitors to our beautiful Church.

Opening Times 12-13th September

Saturday 10.30am – 3.30pm

Sunday 10.30am – 3.30pm

Postcode: PE24 5HT

*Photo: Richard Croft CC BY-SA 2.0

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Mablethorpe, St Mary

Mablethorpe, St Mary*

ADDITIONAL TO THE BROCHURE: SECOND WEEKEND

This church is one of our late additions. It does not appear in the printed brochure, but is taking part in the festival on the second weekend. Please support them with a visit. 

Ancient church in extensive churchyard, dating from 1300 when Sir Roger de Montalt, a baron during reign of Henry VIII, gifted the land. Effigy of Robert de Mablethorpe can be seen. The head of the figure rests on a pillow upheld by angels, and beneath the feet are two dragons engaged in fierce combat. 

Opening times 12th-13th September

Saturday 10-2

Sunday 10-12 (including communion service at 11.00am) 2-4

Postcode: LN12 2EW

*Photo Richard Croft CC BY-SA 2.0

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Ingoldmells, St Peter & St Paul

St Peter & St Paul is an early Norman Grade 1 listed church. The first service was held in 1205, but there are indications of a much older church. The tower contains a fine peal of eight bells. 

During WWII Butlins holiday camp in the parish became a naval base, HMS Royal Arthur, where thousands of servicemen were trained. 

We have a chapel dedicated to HMS Royal Arthur, where the memorials include a stained-glass window. The Norwegian Navy were stationed nearby and have strong links with the church; we have a photographic display about their time in the parish.

Opening Times 12-13th September

Saturday 10am-3pm
Sunday 10am-3pm

Postcode: PE25 1PW

Photo: Richard Croft CC BY-SA 2.0

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Hogsthorpe, St Mary

Hogsthorpe, St Mary

Craft Stalls both days. Live music Saturday afternoon. Refreshments at all times. Light lunches from noon both days.

Sunday worship at 9.30am for an hour. 

Tombola both days. 

Songs of Praise Sunday 2.30pm to close the weekend.

Opening times 12-13th September

Saturday 10.30am-4pm  

Sunday 9am-3.30pm

Photo: E Elvidge

Postcode: PE24 5PP

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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 12-13th September

Saturday 11am-5pm  

Sunday 11am-5pm

Photo: C Hextall

Postcode: LN13 9QL

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Beesby with Maltby, St Andrew

Beesby, St Andrew

A welcoming, friendly, chatty church. Lovely green outdoor space with picnic table seating area. Outside font. Local history – church display. Tombola, bric-a-brac, clothes rail. Do come!

Opening times 12-13th September

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

Postcode: LN13 0JG

Photo: John Holmes

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Anderby, St Andrew

Anderby, St Andrew*

A small, grade 2 listed building made from ashlar dressings, squared greenstone rubble and a slate & lead roof. The tower and nave stones are inset with key and impost blocks. We still have a weekly Sunday service followed by refreshments, to which everyone is welcome.

Opening times 12-13th September

Saturday from 11am 
Sunday from 9am

Postcode: PE24 5YF

Photo: Josh Homes

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Tathwell, St Vedast

Tathwell, St Vedast

Built on the highest point in the village, our church commands a view of Tathwell Lake. Enter through a timber-framed porch to discover an interesting mix of Norman, Georgian and Victorian architecture. The Grade II* listed building houses many fascinating monuments to the Hamby and Chaplin families who once owned our village and vast acres of Lincolnshire. The east window commemorates three Chaplin brothers (and includes their weeping mother) and a mid-twentieth century window depicts St Vedast (a rare dedication) and the racehorses bred by the Botterill family, tenants of Tathwell Hall. Guide leaflet available

Opening times 12-13th September

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

Postcode: LN11 9SR

Photo: J Hannan-Briggs

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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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