All Saints' Church, Aldwincle, Northamptonshire

Address:
Thorpe Road, Kettering, Northamptonshire, NN14 3EA
How to find us | Access information
Opening times:
The church is open daily from 10 until 4. Please be aware on occasion this church is closed for Champing bookings. For enquiries about this church, please contact [email protected].
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A medieval wonder in a pretty village

This handsome square-towered church lies at the edge of the picturesque village of Aldwincle near the river Nene - the pinnacled and carved fifteenth-century tower dominates the surrounding countryside. The elegant medieval interior is almost cavernous in feel with few furnishings, offering a rare chance to see its beautiful limestone arcades and arches up close.

The seventeenth-century poet John Dryden was born nearby and baptised in the church - his grandfather was the rector. Look out for strange carved birds, beasts and other creatures on the exterior. The Chambre chantry chapel of 1489 is also of exceptional quality.

Aldwincle Guide

To donate by text, please text 'ALD' to 70970 to donate £5 and to 70191 to donate £10. Thank you.

  • Access information
    There are steps up into churchyard and steps down into church.
  • Facilities & Hire
    Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a very small number of them have heating, running water or toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor. 
  • Directions
    12 miles north east of Kettering off A605 Oundle to Thrapston Road. At Thorpe Waterville, take country road to Aldwincle. All Saints is the first church in the village with a tower.
  • Transport

    Nearest railway station: Kettering (10 miles). Also on bus route number 24.

  • History & Further Information

    Useful information:

    Why not make your visit more enjoyable and informed by finding out more about this church and the CCT before you visit? You can download a range of publications below including the relevant county guide, and any walk round guides we have for this church.

    Warkwickshire & Northamptonshire County Guide

    This free of charge short guide contains details of all the churches CCT cares for in Warwickshire and Northamptonshire. Printed copies of the county guides are also available at the church.

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