Related Churches
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St Andrew - Folkingham
Welcome
There has been a church on the site of the present church of St Andrew in Folkingham since the 12th century. The church we see now dates back to the 14th century (restorations were carried out in the 19th century). It has early Decorated style arcades, a mainly Early English chancel and a Norman pier where there was an opening into a chantry chapel. The church houses the remains of stocks and a whipping post.
The church has a vaulted porch over which is a room with a fireplace. Among the most noteworthy features is the 15th century elaborately carved wood chancel screen.
The church is dedicated to St Andrew because of the influence of St Gilbert of Sempringham whose great medieval monastery is only a few miles away.
St Andrew’s Church has been a very important centre to the community for hundreds of years, and to this day still serves the village with regular worship, weddings, baptisms and funerals, as well as concert evenings, recitals and art and history exhibitions. It is a hub of interest to locals, and visitors from far and wide.
The churchyard contains the Commonwealth War Graves of two First World War soldiers.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Lucia - Dembleby
Welcome
The church of St. Lucia, Dembleby was dedicated in 1868 and is one of only two churches in England dedicated to St Lucia. The site of the previous church in the village is a registered ancient monument.
The old church was taken down in 1867 and the new church was built upon a better site in Norman style. The vestry in the current church was re-erected from the old church. The new church was consecrated in January, 1868.
The church has a Nave, Chancel with Apse built on the Norman style in 1867. Stone, some from the local pits, was used and with a wood interior. There is a Bell Cote with two bells cast by J Warner and Sons 1867.
In the church are Chancel and Vestry Archways from the old church dating back from the Norman period of stone.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Botolph - Newton
Safety announcement
From 10 October 2024, the church is temporarily closed due to structural safety issues.
Welcome
The current church stands on a site of an earlier church that is recorded as far back as the Doomsday Book of 1087.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Denys - Aswarby
Welcome
St Denys' Church is a Grade I listed building. The south doorway and font remain from the Norman church which stood during the reign of Henry I in the 1100s. The church is dedicated to St Denys (Dionysius, Denis in French), Bishop of Paris (273), patron of the Kings of France.
George Bass, after whom the Bass Strait between Tasmania and mainland Australia is named, was born in Aswarby and baptised in the church. His father and grandfather were both churchwardens.
In 2018 the church reopened after a three year project to repair the roof, tower and spire and create a selection of new guidebooks, leaflets and information banners. Inside the church, visitors and school groups can now learn more about the explorer George Bass and the history of the church and village. The project was funded by the Heritage Lottery fund.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Peter & St Paul - Osbournby
Welcome
Built in 1320, Osbournby Church is a Grade 1 listed building located in the heart of the village on the site of a former church originating from the 11th Century.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Thomas of Canterbury - Aunsby
Welcome
Aunsby church is dedicate to St Thomas of Canterbury and is a mixture of Norman and Perpendicular styles of architecture with Grade II* Listed building status. It was repaired and rebuilt in 1861. In the Domesday survey the village is called "Ounesbi".
This 12th Century church is the oldest in the parish. It has many features of architectural interest including a spire inscribed "Ave Maria" at the top.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Peter - Threekingham
Welcome
The church is dedicated to St. Peter ad Vincula (St Peter in chains) and is at the centre of the village of Threekingham (sometimes Threckingham).
This church is reputed to have the best broached spire in England and houses two full-size effigies dating from the 12th century, a knight and his lady; apparently Sir Lambert de Trikyngham,1280, and his wife. He is clad in chain mail and surcoat with shield and feet resting on a lion, she in a flowing gown, feet resting on a hound.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Mary & All Saints - Swarby
Welcome
The church of St Mary & All Saints, Swarby is a grade II listed building dating from the 13th Century. Restored in the 19th-century, the church has a Victorian flavour to it with the pews, the nave and the aisle roofs dating from that time.
The church is dedicated to St Mary and All Saints.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Nicholas - Walcot
Welcome
The church of St. Nicholas is a grade 2 listed building and dates back to the 12th Century with additions and adaptations up to the 18th Century and restorations in 1899, 1907 and 1926.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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St Andrew - Pickworth
Welcome
12th Century St Andrew's has some of the finest medieval wall paintings in England dating from 1380. The delicately carved medieval rood screen was skilfully restored in 1964.
Safeguarding
The parish of South Lafford is committed to the safeguarding of children, young people and adults. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Parish Safeguarding Officer(s), PSOs. The Diocese of Lincoln’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor (DSA) who advise our PSOs. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the DSA. If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority Children or Adults Services.
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