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Historic churches · West Midlands

Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham

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Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham — a church in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom.

Stained glass window, St Peter and Paul's church, Langham - geograph.org.uk - 8132766

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Typical visit
30 min–1 h
  • Free entry

About

Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham is a church in england-west-midlands, United Kingdom, listed in the Wikipedia register of British heritage and tourism sites. See the linked Wikipedia article for full details.

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Place summary

The Church of St Peter and St Paul is located in Langham, in the West Midlands. This church is noted for its historical significance and is a designated Grade I listed building.

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Background

History

The church dates to the 13th century. Above each column and around the walls are carvings which are thought to have been carved by some apprentice masons who did some work on Canterbury Cathedral. Sir Henry Clarke-Jervoise is remembered in a stained glass window in the south transept by Ninian Comper, who was also responsible for the east window's glass. In the south transept is a marble slab remembering John Clarke and one of his wives. To one side is a calligraphy scroll commemorating Simon Langham (1310 – 1376) who was born in the village. He was a monk at Westminster Abbey who became Archbishop of Canterbury and a cardinal. The font dates from the 14th century. There is also a…

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Coordinates
52.6920, -0.7531
District
Rutland
Parish
Langham
Postcode
LE15 7JE
Parliamentary constituency
Rutland and Stamford
Official site
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham?
Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode LE15 7JE), in the parish of Langham.
Is Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham free to visit?
Yes, Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham is free to enter.
How do I get to Church of St Peter and St Paul, Langham?
Drivers can navigate to postcode LE15 7JE. It sits within the Rutland and Stamford parliamentary constituency.