St Michael's Church, Upton
St Michaels Church - Upton - Exterior
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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.
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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
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
Useful local links:
- Visit Northamptonshire tourism website: www.visitnorthamptonshire.co.uk
- Northamptonshire History:www.britannica.com/place/Northampton/England
- Northamptonshire Family History Society: www.northants-fhs.org
- Northamptonshire Archaeological Society: www.northants-archaeology.org.uk
- Northamptonshire Historic Churches Trust: www.nhct.org.uk
