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St Helen

St Helen's Cross is a beautifully preserved late 12th century stone, probably a votive cross to St Helen Empress and mother of the first Christian Emperor of Rome.

Kelloe, County Durham

Opening times

A large blue notice board is located just outside the church with church wardens contact details, who are more than willing to open the church.

Address

Church Kelloe
Kelloe
County Durham
DH6 4PT

The parish church was probably founded between 1140-1170. The tower is part of the original Normal building and the south door is a Norman doorway.

The Thornley Porch is the name given to the area of the church where the organ is housed. The organ was built around 1820. The chancel has been at least partly rebuilt several times, the most recent being in 1854 when pieces of a medieval stone were found.

Two medieval grave slabs are to be found in the chancel dating back to 13th century. The poet Elizabeth Barrett Browning was baptised in the church on 10th February 1808, who was born in Coxhoe Hall. A plaque has been erected in the church in memory of her.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • National heritage here

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Famous connections

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Train station within 250m

  • Dog friendly

  • Car park at church

  • Café in church

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Tea/coffee morning first Saturday of the month and every Thursday at 11am.

  • Film night every month.

  • Church of England

  • Maintenance Grant, £3,000, 2018

  • Our Maintenance Grants funded urgent maintenance projects to help keep churches open.

Contact information

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