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St Helen

Church with Saxon origins, bearing witness to the constant use and love by the local community as a place of worship throughout its history.

North Thoresby, Lincolnshire

Opening times

Normally open during daylight hours.
If found closed, please phone 01472 840674.

Address

Church Lane
North Thoresby
Lincolnshire
DN36 5QG

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53.4693862, -0.056923

Grade II* listed. Built on the highest point before the marshes, where a 'blue stone' had been placed according to legend by Havelock the Dane.

Its historical features include unusual Tudor benchends with poppyheads featuring initials possibly of churchwardens; diverse stonework from Saxon, Norman, and Elizabethan restorations; a segment of a Saxon burial cover, originally part of a Celtic cross (other fragments of possibly the same cover are reputed to be in Manby and Middle Rasen churches); Norman font; fragments of medieval glass in north wall window; Royal Charter of George I Coat of Arms dated 1722; East window is a memorial to the two World Wars; frontispiece of the children's altar made from silk brocade used in Westminster Abbey at the coronation of Elizabeth II.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Social heritage stories

  • National heritage here

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Displays and refreshments in the church during annual village 1940s event, usually held during late Summer Bank Holiday.

  • Church of England

Contact information

01472 840674

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