St Mary

One of the outstanding late medieval churches in the county.

Rushden, Northamptonshire

Opening times

The church normally open.

Address

High Street
Rushden
Northamptonshire
NN10 0PG

On the outside a supremely confident and well proportioned tower banded in limestone and ironstone topped by a crocheted spire. Also, large triangular headed windows along the nave and a battlemented roof line to nave and chancel. Internally it is the rhythm of the gothic arches and the wonderful stone tracery of the soaring strainer arch across the nave that first absorbs your attention.

The south chapel commissioned by Hugh Bocler and his wife Julian of the same period is particularly fine. Note the angel supports to both its roof and that in the nave. Remains of 15th century stained glass, a pulpit, screens and doors also from this time.

The principal tombs are those to the Pemberton family and date from the early 17th century. They include Robert Pemberton (d1608), with kneeling figures; and Sir Goddard Pemberton (d1616) reclining in gilded armour under an heraldic arch.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Space to secure your bike

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Church of England

Contact information

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St Mary

Yelden, Bedfordshire

13th century Anglican church mainly in the decorated style.