Felkirk; The history and heritage of St Peter's church

There is considered to have been a site of Christian worship on this land since Anglo Saxon times and throughout the Danelaw era. This is evidenced by a considerable amount of Anglo Saxon stonework in the west and south western areas of the building. The font is believed to be from this period too.

The church was extended, raised and underwent numerous configurations both internally and externally. The external view though is unchanged since it's appearance in the 16th century, standing in open countryside surrounded by a churchyard which is still open. There are over 9000 graves to explore and discover the wonderful stone work.

Internally, there have been numerous changes to the layout with the last major change being made in 1875. One of the stained glass windows is dedicated to St Peter by Preedy and is situated into a Saxon window in the south west corner.

For more information and photos of the church and the area of Felkirk please visit the website https://felkirk.co.uk/

On the Saturday of the festival there will be a display of photos; on the hour tours and talks about the church and churchyard. Refreshments will be available in the Elizabethan Schoolroom that is within the grounds of the church.

For those of you that like to walk, there are 5 walks to explore the area (see website above) plus Rabbit Ings Country Park.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:

1000 - 1600

Location & directions

St Peter's Parish Church, Church Lane, Felkirk, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 9DH

Directions:

Felkirk is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Barnsley, South Yorkshire. The village is situated on the A637 road, which connects the nearby towns of Barnsley and Wakefield.

Contact on day:

Sonya Millthorpe

Telephone number:

+447882854056

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

A portable ramp is available to access the church. Access to some areas of the church is not possible with wheelchairs. This is an historic church with internal steps to some areas. Stone paved path approx. 50 meters from the Lychgate entrance to the church. Roadside parking plus a small car park in the lower churchyard. Path from there to the church is uneven.

Additional information

Max no of people per tour:

15

Est. tour duration:

0 hour(s) 45 minute(s)

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