English Heritage sites near Earls Barton Parish
CHICHELE COLLEGE
7 miles from Earls Barton Parish
The gatehouse, chapel and other remains of a communal residence for priests serving the parish church, founded by locally-born Archbishop Chichele before 1425. Regularly used for events, and art and heritage exhibitions.
RUSHTON TRIANGULAR LODGE
12 miles from Earls Barton Parish
This delightful triangular building was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham (father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters) and constructed between 1593 and 1597.
ELEANOR CROSS, GEDDINGTON
12 miles from Earls Barton Parish
In 1290 Eleanor of Castile, the beloved wife of Edward I and mother of his 14 children, died at Harby in Nottinghamshire.
BUSHMEAD PRIORY
17 miles from Earls Barton Parish
Bushmead Priory is a rare survival of the complete refectory of an Augustinian priory, with a fine timber roof and notable 14th century wall paintings.
KIRBY HALL
18 miles from Earls Barton Parish
Kirby Hall is one of England's greatest Elizabethan and 17th-century houses. Begun by Sir Humphrey Stafford, it was purchased by Sir Christopher Hatton, one of Queen Elizabeth's 'comely young men'.
HOUGHTON HOUSE
19 miles from Earls Barton Parish
Houghton House today is the shell of a 17th century mansion commanding magnificent views, reputedly the inspiration for the ‘House Beautiful’ in John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress.
Churches in Earls Barton Parish
All Saints Church, Earls Barton
All Saints Church
High Street
Earls Barton
Northampton
(01604) 240782
http://www.allsaintsearlsbarton.org.uk
Earls Barton is a large flourishing village of 6000 people in Northamptonshire which lies between Wellingborough and Northampton on the A45. It is famous for its ancient church with its remarkable Saxon Tower. The Tower stands as a symbol of over 1000 years of Christian witness.
That witness continues today as All Saints' beautiful and ancient building is the centre of a thriving and vibrant Church which embraces its mission to share the good news of the Gospel and to be at the heart of the community.
We would be delighted to welcome you to our church, and hope that you will follow in the footsteps of the thousands of Christians who have worshipped here over the millenia.
To find out more about us please visit our website.
St Mary the Virgin, Whiston
Whiston
Northampton
01604 319902
http://www.yardleyhastingsbenefice.org
Whiston Church is visible for miles around, set on top of a hill, in the middle of fields. Gorgeous views, but youcan't get near with your car. Park in the village at the bottom of the hill, and walk up the path - have a conversation with the sheep and stop to admire the view (and catch your breath...). It is a beautiful building, built for Anthony Catesby in the early 16th centery.
Pubs in Earls Barton Parish
Earls Barton Old Silver Band Club
Earls Barton United Working Mens Club
Old Swan
The Square, Earls Barton, NN6 0NA
(01604) 810044
theoldswan.pub/