Historic churches · East Midlands
Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton
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Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton — church in Exton, Rutland, East Midlands, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 30 min–1 h
- Nearest railway station
- Oakham · 6.7 km
- Free entry
Getting there & planning your visit
The Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Exton can be reached from Oakham railway station, which is 6.7 km away. Entry to the church is free.
About
Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton is a historic church in the United Kingdom. Records date its origin to 1250. Heritage designation: Grade I listed building. Affiliated with Anglicanism. Wikidata describes it as: "church in Exton, Rutland, East Midlands, England, UK". Coordinates: 52.6906°, -0.6395°.
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Heritage listing
The Church of St Peter and St Paul is a church in Exton, Rutland. The Church of England parish church lies within the park of Exton Hall, slightly apart from the village. It is a large medieval church and contains an impressive collection of monuments, including work by Joseph Nollekens. It is a Grade I listed building.
From the Historic England List Entry under OGL v3.
Official information
The Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in Exton is a cherished place of worship for both villagers and visitors. It features a well-maintained churchyard and is a popular venue for weddings due to its beautiful location and historical significance.
From the Wikipedia article
The Church of St Peter and St Paul is a church in Exton, Rutland. The Church of England parish church lies within the park of Exton Hall, slightly apart from the village. It is a large medieval church and contains an impressive collection of monuments, including work by Joseph Nollekens. It is a Grade I listed building.
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Background
History
The current exterior of the church dates back to the 13th century, though the interior is mostly Victorian. In 1843 the spire was struck by lightning which damaged most of the gallery and nave. It was rebuilt by J. L. Pearson in 1852/3. The font dates from the 14th century and has faces carved on the corners.
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- Coordinates
- 52.6906, -0.6395
- District
- Rutland
- Parish
- Exton and Horn
- Postcode
- LE15 8AX
- Parliamentary constituency
- Rutland and Stamford
- Established
- 1250
- Nearest railway station
- Oakham — 6.7 km
- Official site
- web.archive.org
Sources
- wikidata: Q17529511 (CC0)
- wikipedia: Church of St Peter and St Paul, Exton, Rutland (CC BY-SA 4.0)
- commons: Exton Church - geograph.org.uk - 63975.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton?
- Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE15 8AX), in the parish of Exton and Horn.
- What is Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton?
- Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton — church in Exton, Rutland, East Midlands, England, UK.
- How do I get to Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton?
- The nearest railway station is Oakham, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode LE15 8AX.
- When was Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton built?
- Built or established in 1250.
- Is Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton a listed building?
- Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton is officially recognised as Grade I listed building listed.
- Is Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton free to visit?
- Yes, Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton is free to enter.
- How do I get to Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul, Exton?
- The nearest railway station is Oakham, about 6.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LE15 8AX.