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- Aldwincle, Northamptonshire (All Saints' Church)
This handsome square-towered church lies at the edge of the picturesque village of Aldwincle near the river Nene - the pinnacled and carved 15th-century tower dominates the surrounding countryside.
The elegant Medieval interior is almost cavernous in feel with few furnishings, offering a rare chance to see its beautiful limestone arcades and arches up close.
The 17th-century poet John Dryden was born nearby and baptised in the church - his grandfather was the rector.
Look out for strange carved birds, beasts and other creatures on the exterior.
The Chambre chantry chapel of 1489 is also of exceptional quality.
To locate this church on a map, click on the 'View on map' link that appears below the address information at the top of the page.
12 miles north east of Kettering off A605 Oundle to Thrapston Road. At Thorpe Waterville, take country road to Aldwincle. All Saints is the first church in the village with a tower.
Nearest railway station: Kettering (10 miles). Also on bus route number 24.
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01/05/12
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT before you visit?
You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.
Warkwickshire & Northamptonshire County Guide (PDF, 4.5mb)
This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in Warwickshire and Northamptonshire. Printed copies of the county guides are also available at the church.
St Andrew's Church, Cranford, Northamptonshire Sumptuous memorials to 300 years of family history Grafton Road, Cranford, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN14 4AD
See church page
St Peter's Church, Deene, Northamptonshire A family church Deene, Corby, Northamptonshire, NN17 3EJ
See church page
Holy Trinity Church, Blatherwycke, Northamptonshire A plum pudding for old men Main Street, Blatherwycke, Stamford, Northamptonshire, PE8 6YW
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Kirby Hall Kirby Hall is one of England's greatest Elizabethan and 17th-century houses. Begun by Sir Humphrey Stafford, it was purchased by Sir Christopher Hatton, one of Queen Elizabeth's 'comely young men'. http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/kirby-hall
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
Text code 'OCCT05' to 70070 to donate now (free from all networks).
Or use the button below to donate online.
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Last year, we welcomed over two million visitors to our churches. If each person donated just £2, this would enable us to keep our churches open, safe and watertight for you and future generations to enjoy.
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If the access information for this church is listed as 'Keyholder nearby', this means that the key is kept by one of our invaluable volunteer 'keyholders', who usually live just a short walk from the church and can give visitors the key; sometimes this is a nearby hotel, pub, library, art gallery or other venue. You will find instructions explaining how to get the key when you arrive at the church.
There are steps up into churchyard and steps down into church.
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a very small number of them have heating or running water meaning that they can be cold, and very rarely have toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor. We do apologise for any inconvenience the lack of facilities may cause.
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My Great, great, great Grandfather, Rev. John Sell, was curate at this church in 1809. Some day soon I hope to visit this church and see if I can find out more about my 3 Great Grandfather and his family.
I would be interested in any church records that may contain information about his time there.