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St Andrew's Aylestone - Explore over 800 years

St Andrews Church, Old Church Street, Aylestone, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 8ND

  • Multiple dates available
  • | In person
  • | Pre-booking not required
  • | Site opening

Explore the delights of this medieval church: St Andrews has been a place of worship for over 800 years in Aylestone. The church has a rich history, the tower with its ancient bells, beautiful stained glass windows and the restored organ.

St Andrews East window and altar

Come and explore the ancient history of this parish church in Aylestone. We have a detailed guide book that is free to every visitor and there will be people on hand who will be able to help you explore the history of this beautiful church. We have beautiful stained glass, both old and 20th century and many features to view including the plaster stone screens of the Vernon chapel.

Timings

Saturday 12 September:
1000-1600
Sunday 13 September:
12:00 - 16:00

Location & directions

St Andrews Church, Old Church Street, Aylestone, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE2 8ND

Directions:
Church is accessible by car from Old Church Street, there is a parish hall car park opposite the church.
Contact on day:
Church landline
Telephone number:
+441162910021

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

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