St Andrews Church, Northborough.
St Andrew's Church, Church Street, Northborough, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6 9BN
Discover a Medieval Church dating back to the 12th century, the west wall possibly earlier. It has been known as the Church of two widow's with strong connections to the Cromwell and Claypole Families and to the Poet John Clare. Elizabeth Cromwell, wife of Oliver Cromwell, is buried in the Claypole Chapel a fine example of the Late Decorated and Perpendicular architectural style. Martha Clare is buried in the churchyard along with several of their children and grandchildren. It has 2 bells housed in a double bell cote, one of only 3 local examples which still exist today. Its organ is a rare example of John Avery’s work built in 1783 and rebuilt in 1991.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 07 September:
- 1100-1600
Location & directions
St Andrew's Church, Church Street, Northborough, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE6 9BN
- Directions:
- Bus service to Northborough available from Peterborough
- Contact on day:
- Marilyn Bodenham
- Telephone number:
- +447742416299
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Level access into the building with a ramp into the nave. Good path for wheelchairs from the gate to the door. Church yard accessible but uneven grass. Limited parking at the church, but school car park is also available.
Additional information
All visitors are welcome.
- Max no of people per tour:
- 6
- Est. tour duration:
- 0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)
