Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld St John's Church

Old St John's Church

England
List entry 1003894
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Old St John's Church is a medieval parish church located in Northamptonshire, England. The building dates primarily from the 12th and 13th centuries, with architectural features typical of the Early English Gothic period. The church survives as a substantial stone structure demonstrating the religious and social importance of the settlement it served during the medieval period. It represents a significant example of ecclesiastical architecture from the High Middle Ages in the East Midlands region.

Old St John's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003894. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old St John's Church?

Old St John's Church is a medieval parish church located in Northamptonshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003894.

Who is responsible for protecting Old St John's Church?

Old St John's Church is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1003894.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old St John's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Boughton bowl barrow (1.8 km), Northampton Castle, remains of (5.4 km), Saxon palace complex and Saxon and medieval urban deposits in the centre of Northampton (5.5 km).

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