St Michael

St Michael's is a village church which reflects the changes in church style which have occurred over the last 800 years, from the 11th century carving over the vestry entrance.

Stoney Stanton, Leicestershire

Opening times

10am to 4pm weekdays and Saturdays.

Address

New Road
Stoney Stanton
Leicestershire
LE9 4TH

St Michael’s is a stone Grade 2* listed building, which was substantially altered in the 19th century, although the oldest portion of the building is believed to date to the late 14th century.

One significant element of the building is an 11th century tympanum carving above the vestry door on the external North side of the church.

The church layout is traditional with north and south aisles, nave, chancel and west tower. It is largely occupied by pine pew seating. The chancel contains an organ built in 1884 by local organ builder, Thomas Lane, which is recognised by the British Institute of Organ Studies as historically important, and a large 19th century stained glass window. The chancel also contains oak choir pews, altar, 20th century carved communion rails and crucifix.

The south aisle has the George III Royal Arms displayed on a board above the door.

The north aisle contains an 18th century ashlar font, and some 20th century stained glass, a WW I memorial, a stone stairway to the rood loft and a 13th century oak chest.

The west nave end contains an 18th century clock mechanism, which has been restored to working order.

A guide to the church is available at the rear of the church.

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Parking within 250m

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Level access throughout

  • Dog friendly

  • Café within 500m

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • A coffee morning on the second Saturday of every month 10am to 12noon.

  • Monthly board gaming afternoons on the 4th Wednesday of every month.

  • Bell ringing practice nights, Thursdays 7.30pm to 9pm.

  • Church of England

  • Maintenance Grant, £2,595, 2018

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

Contact information

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