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All Saints

The church sits close to Kirtling Towers, a large Tudor gatehouse and the most substantial remaining part of a castle and great house that was the seat of the North family.

Kirtling, Cambridgeshire

Opening times

The church is open during the day, and entries in our visitor's book show that we have visits from all over the world.

Address

Kirtling Road
Kirtling
Cambridgeshire
CB8 9PA

The church itself has a fine Norman south doorway, complete with a very ancient door. Much of the rest of the building is 16th century, including the North Chapel (actually the south chapel).

The most remarkable monument is to Roger, 2nd Lord North. It consists of six elaborately carved pillars that support a canopy, on top of which is a brightly painted, box like structure with yet more elaborate carvings, including coats of arms and figures. The whole structure looks rather like an over the top wedding cake. Beneath it is a tomb chest on which lies an effigy of Lord North. At his feet is a snarling dragon with a curly tail.

  • Wildlife haven

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Glorious furnishings

  • Captivating architecture

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Parking within 250m

  • On street parking at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Dog friendly

  • Café within 500m

  • Accessible toilets nearby

  • Church of England

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