St Nicholas

This particularly fine church was built during the first half of the 14th century and there have been few alterations since then, it gives a very good impression of English gothic architecture just before the advent of The Black Death.

Stanford on Avon, Northamptonshire

Opening times

The church is open at weekends, and sometimes during the week.

Address

Stanford Road
Stanford on Avon
Northamptonshire
LE17 6DH

Internally it is equally splendid, not only for the architecture but in particular for its stained glass windows.

The first group were installed whilst the building was going up to be augmented in the 16th century. The latter include designs derived from Holbein’s Whitehall Palace mural of Henry Vlll and his family.

Also from this period comes the armorial glass from the Cave family who live at Stanford Hall.

Other notable features are the organ case made in 1630 and originally at Magdalen College Oxford and the fine monuments dating from the 16th to 19th century to members of the Cave family by such sculptors as Maximilian Colt, Westmacott and John Gibson RA.

Key features

Spectacular stained glass
Social heritage stories
Magnificent memorials
Glorious furnishings
Enchanting atmosphere
Captivating architecture

Facilities

Walkers & cyclists welcome
Space to secure your bike
Parking within 250m
On street parking at church
Level access to the main areas
Dog friendly
Accessible toilets nearby

Denomination

Church of England

St Nicholas

Opening times

Address

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