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St Michael

Spacious perpendicular style church with many medieval features including the Hotspur pillar and a charter from 1464 charter of Henry VI that two 'burgesses' of Alnwick rebuilt their church.

Alnwick, Northumberland

Opening times

Open to visit most afternoons from April to end of September.

Address

Bailiffgate
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1LY

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55.4161056, -1.7095745

With origins in Saxon times and handsomely rebuilt in the 14th and 15th centuries.

St Michael's is one of the architectural gems of Northumberland. It is a story that spans the entire history of Alnwick and the Dukes of Northumberland. Fascinating features include the ancient 'Hotspur' carved capital, medieval tombs and painted roof bosses, a remarkable collection of stained glass windows, and a 21st century font carved by a local sculptor.

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Café within 500m

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Church of England

Contact information

01665 602797

Church website

Gallery

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