Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld St John's Church

Old St John's Church

England
List entry 1003894
Nation
England
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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 thirteenth century and represents an important example of Early English ecclesiastical architecture from that period. The church retains significant medieval fabric including its chancel and nave, which demonstrate the standard layout of a rural parish church of the High Medieval period. As a listed ancient monument, it preserves evidence of religious life and architectural practice in medieval Northamptonshire.

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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