Daventry United Reformed Church
45 Sheaf Street, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 4AA
An opportunity to see inside this Grade 2 Listed chapel. The church began as a Congregational chapel in 1722, reflecting the Nonconformist movement of the time. In the 18th century, it also housed a Dissenting Academy, where notable figures including Joseph Priestley (the scientist who discovered oxygen) studied. The Daventry United Reform Church is opening it's doors in celebration of Heritage Open Days.
Heritage Open Days in England will take place in September 2025. This annual event is England's largest festival of history and culture, offering FREE access to historic sites and cultural venues. Visitors can explore hidden places, enjoy special events, and learn about the nation's heritage. No tickets required, just pop along
Timings & Tours
- Monday 15 September:
- 1000-1500
Location & directions
45 Sheaf Street, Daventry, Northamptonshire, NN11 4AA
- Directions:
- The entrance to the Daventry United Reformed Chapel is tucked away through an archway beside Anstee & Proctor Opticians, opposite the Wheatsheaf Nursing Home, at the top end of Sheaf Street.
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
Sheaf Street itself is a 16th century creation with a number of interesting buildings including the Wheatsheaf Hotel where Charles I is reputed to have stayed prior to the Battle of Naseby. Notable other buildings in Sheaf Street include the bookshop, Suddenly On Sheaf Street, which was the town house of the Knightley family of Fawsley Hall - the bookshops boasts an original Jacobean oak staircase and four original fireplaces.
