St Peter ad Vincula, Threekingham (Also known as Threckingham). Open daily. Free entry

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Details

Accessibility:

There is a flat stoned pathway leading to the church, with accessibility ramp for wheelchair users at the main door. Flooring inside is laid to stone, with wide aisles. There are two separate stone steps at the altar.


Brief Description:

Also known as Threckingham, St Peters church is dedicated to St Peter ad Vincula. It contains three 14th century tombs. The Normans rebuilt the church in 1170, but an earlier church is mentioned in the doomsday book. It is claimed to have the best broached spire in England, and has been struck by lightening three times. The last being in July 1870. There are two faces carved on the outer stone. One of St Peter, carved in 1856 and another of a lady in veil and wimple, carved around 1310. It is a grade I* listed building. 



Further Information


Address:

Parish church of St Peter, Laundon Road,Threekingham, Lincolnshire, NG34 0AX


Email

Parish priest: Nick Munday   

n.j.munday@btinternet.com


Phone:

None available


Website:

www.threekingham.org.uk


Opening Hours:

Open during daylight hours


Directions:

Situated 12.5 miles E of Grantham via the A52, turning right onto Manor Lane as you enter Threekingham. Turn left onto Green Lane and the church will be on your right hand side. OS TF 089361 


Transport:

Bus services do operate in and around this area, however it may be best travelled to by car.

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Amenities:

Closest amenities can be found at the Three Kings Inn, located on Saltersway. A short drive from the church.



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