St John the Baptist Church Heritage Day

Kirkheaton Church is set in an attractive setting with a churchyard that contains a nationally significant memorial to 17 children who died in a mill fire in 1818.There has been Christian worship on the site for over 1000 years. The Nave of the Church was rebuilt following a fire in 1888 but the Chantry known as the Beaumont Chapel is from 14th Century and contains significant memorials to the Beaumont family from Whitley Hall .
Richard Horton has done extensive research on the burials in the churchyard and established a very informative website. He will be available on the day to assist with research .
The event is being organised in conjunction with Kirkheaton History Group.Members will be available to advise on family and local history and there will be a display of village history .

Timings & Tours

Saturday 13 September:

10.00-16.00

Location & directions

St John the Baptist Church, Church Lane, Kirkheaton, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD50BH

Directions:

Parking is opposite the church in the Parish Centre carpark

Contact on day:

Rob Eabry

Telephone number:

+447487391797

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

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