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St Michael's Church, Upton

Image of the church from the grave yard

St Michaels Church - Upton - Exterior

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Overview

Address

Upton Lane, Northampton, NN5 4UX
Where to find this church

Opening times

The church is opened by appointment only. For enquiries about this church, please contact Karen Moore.

Email address

kmoore@thecct.org.uk

Make a donation to this Church
Image of the church from the grave yard

St Michaels Church - Upton - Exterior

© CCT

About this Church

Relic of a deserted medieval village

This curious box-like Norman church stands between the very busy A45 and the grounds of Upton Hall, now a school. There are several memorials and hatchments mostly commemorating the Samwell family as well as effigies of Sir Richard Knightley (who died in 1537) and his wife, and a monument to the author of Oceana, James Harrington (who died in 1677). Mounds and other signs of a deserted nearby medieval village can be seen around the church.

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

Access information

Paved path through churchyard and a small step into church. Located next to busy road.

Facilities & Hire

Upton church has fixed pews. There is electricity. There is no heating or toilet facilities.

  • Church Available for Hire

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.

Northamptonshire and Warwickshire guide

St Michael Upton Guidebook

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

Directions

2 miles west of Northampton on A45

Transport

Northampton (1.8 miles)

Community information

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