St Peter

The church was rebuilt in Decorated Gothic style by the architect John Wing the younger for Sir John Palmer Bt in 1788.

East Carlton, Northamptonshire

Opening times

Details of keyholder with telephone number to be found in the church porch.

Address

Church Lane
East Carlton
Northamptonshire
LE16 8YA

The church is in a broad T plan with Palmer memorial chapel and vestry in the arms of the T with elegant Gothic decoration inside and out.

There is the original two decker pulpit, box pews and communion rail. Heraldic panels of stained glass, one dated 1659 retained from the old church.

Later 19th century windows by Heaton, Butler & Bayne and by Clayton & Bell.

The Palmer monuments in the chapel are outstanding. They include the alabaster figures of Sir Geoffrey Palmer and his wife Margaret, life size standing in a black marble cupboard in their shrouds, attributed to Joshua Marshall.

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • 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

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Church of England

Contact information

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