Saturday 08 May to Sunday 09 May
Apley - St Andrew
Church Details
A warm welcome awaits you at St Andrew's, built in 1871 and set in a quiet and well kept churchyard. It looks like an ordinary little church on the outside, but this quaint well kept little gem is a must see. Literature and photographs of the church are available for sale.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday 10am - 5pm
Bardney - St Lawrence
Church Details
Bardney church was built by the monks of Bardney Abbey in 1434 because the villagers created a nuisance during the worship in the monastery. Come and see the wall paintings in the chancel and the charity boards over the north and south doors which commemorate bequests to the village. There will be exhibitions of local crafts in the church.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday 1pm - 5pm
Bardney - Methodist Church
Church Details
Simple Methodist church. Bardney Parish records available for viewing on microfiche 1661- 1976. Methodist records 1887-1908.
Opening Times
Saturday Noon - 6pmSunday 11.30am - 5pm
Brocklesby - All Saints
Church Details
All Saints Brocklesby is a lovely 13th century church retaining its eighteenth century horse-box pews and situated in the beautiful and tranquil setting of Brocklesby Park. It is lit by the fine stained glass windows and is the home of many memorials to the Pelham Family (Earls of Yarborough). The organ, which was originally built for Brocklesby Hall in 1773, has a case made of mahogony by James Wyatt, carved with flowers and musical instruments in the neo-classical style.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Buslingthorpe - St Michael
Church Details
The church is one of the few remaining buildings on a deserted mediaeval village site and, apart from the tower, was rebuilt in 1835 in brick. Unassuming outside it hides treasures within: two 14th century monuments to the de Buslingthorpe family, one an effigy of a knight in armour on a tomb chest showing clearly the clothes worn in battle at that time. The church is cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.
Opening Times
Saturday 9am - 5pmSunday 9am - 5pm
Cabourne - St Nicholas
Church Details
Church registers from 16th century to present. A diary of a 19th century rector will be displayed. Also photos of past Cabourne characters and a further delve into the history of Cabourne.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday 11.30am - 4pm
Caistor - Methodist Church
Church Details
A Victorian grade 2 listed building built in 1842; the listing includes the pews, decorative ceiling rose and organ with pump handle. Recent interior alterations have been sympathetic to the character of the building. Organ music may be playing during the weekend. Christian Aid lunches available on Saturday from 11.30am to 1pm.
Opening Times
Saturday 10.am – 4pmSunday closed
Caistor - St Peter & St Paul
Church Details
Parts of church Saxon, Norman, early English and perpendicular windows are good examples of stained glass. Visitor leaflets available, guides present. Demonstration of bell ringing on a simulator Saturday 2pm-4pm. Also guided tours of the church tower at these times. The church is built within what was a Roman Fort. Part of the Roman wall can be seen on the south side of the churchyard. Lunches available Saturday from 11.30am – 1pm.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4.30pmSunday 11.30am - 4.30pm
Claxby - St Mary
Church Details
Peacefully situated at the foot of the Wolds, on the edge of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The chancel has two 13th century corbel heads and an astonishingly elaborate 16th century monument. Restored in the 1860s, the church includes brasses, an unusual small organ and beautiful stained glass. The West window, only 30 years old, commemorates a local man and has evidence of his artefacts. Manned from 10am to 4pm.
Opening Times
Saturday dawn - duskSunday dawn - dusk
Clixby - All Hallows
Church Details
The chancel of this early 13th century church was ruinous until 1889 when it was gently restored and a West porch added. It now seems like a roadside shrine. In the floor is a 14th century slab with an incised cross and chalice and the remains of a Lombardic inscription to a priest. Latin inscriptions in praise of the Virgin adorn the wooden ceiling. A fine font and pews have been rescued from other redundant churches. The church is cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.
Opening Times
Saturday 9am - 5pmSunday 9am - 5pm
Cuxwold - St Nicholas
Church Details
Tiny church, prettily set on rising ground. The lower part of the tower is 11th century and the church has a Norman font and its original Norman arch opening to the nave with lancets in. The organ, recently fully restored, was built in the late 1800s' by Thomas Casson, recognised as the father of modern pedal organs. Visiting organists are invited to play. Flower display featuring Lincolnshire events. Home cooked all day breakfast, soups, cakes and tea/coffee in the comfort of a family home. Served and Sunday 9am until 5pm. Bookings welcome ring Joanna 07879 400859/01472 371080
Opening Times
Saturday 9am - 5pmSunday 9am - 5pm
East Barkwith - St Mary
Church Details
St Mary's is a medieval church, restored in the nineteenth century, set in a well-kept churchyard. Notable features include: a medieval figure of the Virgin and Child over the porch, a scratch dial by the porch door, a fifteenth century font with symbols of the Passion, a metal pulpit on the Arts and Crafts style and a stained glass window by Edward Payne. There will be an exhibition of local arts, crafts and photographs.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am – 5pmSunday 10am – 5pm
Faldingworth - All Saints
Church Details
A friendly church which has absorbed the changes from the 13th century onwards, as shown in our history book (on sale). It has a splendid Victorian East window, four bells (two are pre-reformation) and one of the best small organs in the area. The presence of the Polish Air Force, here in WWII, is commemorated in many ways. Our exhibition theme is “memories”. Cakes, plants, books and bric-a-brac on sale. Can you see our amusing gargoyle?
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday 10am - 5pm
Faldingworth - Methodist Church
Church Details
Small Methodist chapel built in 1897 on site of previous building, one of two originally in village. Very good pipe organ. Very friendly with warm atmosphere. Activities book sale. Flower festival and costume exhibition.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am – 5pmSunday 12noon – 4pm
Goltho - St George
Church Details
This little brick church stands alone in its clump of trees, approached across a field which covers the site of an ancient village and where the great house of the Grantham's stands. The contemporary furnishings include a splendid pedimented reredos, a two decker pulpit, handsome altar rails, box pews and some early bench ends. The church is cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.
Opening Times
Saturday 2pm - 4pmSunday 2pm - 4pm
Grasby - All Saints
Church Details
The church is in a prominent position overlooking the wonderful Ancholme Valley. It is on "Tennyson Trail" because the poet, Charles Tennyson Turner (Alfred's brother) was the vicar from 1835-1879 when most of the restoration work was done on the building. There will be floral displays in Church and a selection of gardens will be open round the village from 2pm-5pm on Sunday 9th May. Please come and enjoy our lovely village.
Opening Times
Saturday 2pm - 5pmSunday 2pm - 5pm
Great Limber - St Peter
Church Details
St Peter's church, Great Limber is a much restored church with an East window by Walles to Butterfield design. Also with window by Kempe 1890. Out of Africa exhibition, a personal account by Magie Weldon.
Opening Times
Saturday 9am - 6pmSunday 9.30am- 6pm
Holton cum Beckering - All Saints
Church Details
This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century. It contains exquisite stained glass in which the whole of the Christian story is beautifully depicted. There is also a magnificent marble and mosaic reredos. There will be a craft display and light refreshments.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Kingerby - St Peter
Church Details
St Peter’s stands in a remote, leafy hamlet opposite the site of a moat. There is 14th century stained glass in the South aisle, a time when St Peter’s supported the convent at Elsham. The church is cared for the by The Churches Conservation Trust.
Opening Times
Saturday 9am - 5pmSunday 9am - 5pm
Kirkby cum Osgodby - St Andrew
Church Details
St Andrew's is a grade 2 listed building with many interesting features including a chancel which is at a slight angle to the rest of the church, asymmetrical East window and three ancient bells dating from the 16th century. Coffee morning on Saturday including plants, tombola and other stalls.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Langton by Wragby - St Giles
Church Details
The church dates back at least to the 12th century. It is the birthplace of Stephen Langton who became a Cardinal and Archbishop of Canterbury. He was prime mover behind the formulation of the Magna Carta. Displays in church about Stephen Langton and the Magna Carta.
Opening Times
Saturday 9.30am - 6pmSunday 9.30am - 6pm
Lissington - St John the Baptist
Church Details
Pretty village church, away from the road.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 12noon – 4pm
Market Rasen - Methodist Church
Church Details
Large impressive Methodist Church, open in 1863. Pews with doors where the "well to do" sat at the back which is reflected in the seating. Despite dwindling congregations the building has been kept in good condition over the years which gives it the "wow"factor to those who enter the church for the first time. Saturday morning a Spring Fair at which the local primary school will entertan from 10am. Sunday Chapel Anniversary worship at 10.45am to which all are welcome.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am – 4pmSunday 12noon – 4pm
Market Rasen - St Thomas
Church Details
This grade II listed, 12th century parish church has a fine recently renovated tower and roofs, stained glass windows, restored organ and bells. There is easy parking in the Market Square.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 12noon - 4pm
Middle Rasen - St Peter & St Paul
Church Details
St Peter & St Paul's is a very well kept village church with an impressive Norman arch. We welcome visitors and hope that they find the building a place for quiet prayer and reflection as well as observing the interesting architecture. Arts and Crafts exhibition with auction of entries. Includes cake decorating, painting, embroidery, cards and books.
Opening Times
Saturday 9.30am - 5pmSunday 12noon - 4pm
Minting - St Andrew
Church Details
Wide & spacious, the windows are clear glass & windowsills are large, full of flowers. Fragments of an earlier church are incorporated into our lovely spirit filled building. You will find a warm welcome & the spirit of God here! Local crafts.
Opening Times
Saturday 11am - 5pmSunday 1pm - 5pm
Nettleton - St John the Baptist
Church Details
Our parish church was recorded in the Domesday Survey of 1085. The massive Saxon tower, built of local ironstone is currently being restored. We continue to offer visitors a warm welcome. Our theme is 'A Celebration of Village Life'. The neighbouring Methodist Chapel will be open on Saturday. Books and plants for sale.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday 12noon - 5pm
North Kelsey - All Hallows
Church Details
We will be holding a fun artist competition for those who would like to paint or draw part or all of the church between 10am-4.30pm on Saturday. Different age groups for children, teenagers and adults. Judging will be Saturday night. Sunday morning we will be exhibiting the finished products and there will be a choral production in the afternoon and completing the day will be Evensong and presentation of prizes to the winners.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4.30pmSunday 10am - 7pm
North Kelsey - Methodist Church
Church Details
We offer a warm and friendly welcome and our home-made catering is renowned. Displays from "Countries around the World" will enhance our worship area and surrounds. Our pipe organ is of particular interest having been identified as being built by Forster and Andrews of Hull around 1840 for another chapel in School Lane.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 12noon - 4pm
Rand - St Oswald
Church Details
St Oswald's is surrounded by a deserted medieval village site. Inside is a surprising number of notable monuments, both in brass and stone, dating from the 14th-16th century. Outstanding is a rare coped stone coffin lid, believed to date from between the 10th and 12th centuries. Information on church history, brass rubbing, cake stall.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 6pmSunday 10am - 6pm
Riby - St Edmunds
Church Details
Our unusual cruciform church restored in the 1860s' has some beautiful stained glass windows. Light refreshments are available on Saturday 1pm-4pm and our famous Big Breakfast on Sunday 8.30am-11.30am. Good produce and plant stall.
Opening Times
Saturday 1pm - 4pmSunday 8.30am - 11.30am
Searby cum Owmsby - St Nicholas
Church Details
In a quiet rural location, St Nicholas is brick built, light & peaceful, with stained glass windows oak pews and a screen beautifully hand-carved in late 1800s’. The five bells are static and rung by one person, the bell ropes clustered in a bell frame.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5pmSunday 11am - 5pm
Snarford - St Lawrence
Church Details
The unremarkable exterior of this small medieval church does not prepare visitors for the breathtaking surprise within. Behind the altar, occupying the chancel and an adjacent chapel, are three wonderful late 16th and early 17th century monuments to the St Paul family, fascinating for their sheer opulence and completely different styles. The most imposing tomb, to Sir Thomas St Paul who died in 1582, is lavish and highly coloured. The church is cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.
Opening Times
Saturday 9am - 5pmSunday 9am - 5pm
Snelland - All Saints
Church Details
This beautiful atmospheric church dates back to the 12th century. It contains beautiful carved stone medieval faces and a rare "Leper's window" that enabled succour to be passed to those with leprosy who had to stay outside the church. Ancient sundial on south elevation. Thomas Retford, vicar, courageously gave his life in the Lincolnshire rising.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Southrey - St John the Divine
Church Details
Quite unique, built by the local joiner and opened on 4 May 1898. A service is held weekly, holy communion monthly on the second Sunday. The only stained glass window was dedicated in memory of the Rev'd Chalmers who instigated the building of the church. He was raised to glory in 1896.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 5.30pmSunday 11am - 5.30pm
Stainfield - St Andrew
Church Details
Visit this unique Queen Anne church, set in tranquil parkland, as we prepare for our 300th anniversary celebrations in 2011. See the Tyrwhitt tapestries; explore the site of the nunnery, view the local history exhibition, sit quietly in the countryside setting and listen to the harp. Take away a guidebook or join us for our early music concert on Saturday evening. Details on 01526 398303, Clare Lee. Open gardens, plants, light lunches and refreshments available all weekend at Hill House, Stainfield.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Tealby - All Saints
Church Details
The church has several stained glass windows linked to the Tennyson family. The oldest part of the church dates from Saxon times. The church is part of the Tennyson Trail because of its association with the Tennyson family.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Thoresway - St Mary
Church Details
A peaceful, rural church, solidly built of yellow sandstone was extensively repaired by James Fowler in 1880, and recently repaired in 2008/09. The remains of a Norman arch on west side, and 13th century arcades are impressive, as are inlaid ancient tombs. A displays of the history of Thoresway and home-made cakes, teas and coffees offered all day.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Walesby - St Mary
Church Details
St Mary's Church at Walesby is a pretty village on the Wolds. Walk through the church and well kept churchyard guided by our history leaflet. Enjoy a drink and biscuits, browse through our bring and buy stall and see the display of work by local artists. Then talk a short country walk to the Rambler's Church.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Wickenby - St Peter & St Lawrence
Church Details
This church contains wonderful artefacts that date back to the medieval period. There is very rare 14th century stained glass, a scratch sundial, an imposing church door with ancient ironwork and a font with unusual early fittings.
Opening Times
Saturday 10am - 4pmSunday 10am - 4pm
Wragby - All Saints
Church Details
This fine Victorian building includes a gallery, a rare early organ and a fascinating bell tower. Stained glass windows represent the three Christian virtues of I Corinthians Chapter 13. A warm welcome extended to all. There will be a display of arts and crafts.
Opening Times
Saturday 9.30am - 6pmSunday 9.30am - 6pm