English Heritage sites near Kislingbury Parish

Chichele College

CHICHELE COLLEGE

18 miles from Kislingbury Parish

The gatehouse, chapel and other remains of a communal residence for priests serving the parish church, founded by locally-born Archbishop Chichele before 1425. Regularly used for events, and art and heritage exhibitions.

Rushton Triangular Lodge

RUSHTON TRIANGULAR LODGE

18 miles from Kislingbury Parish

This delightful triangular building was designed by Sir Thomas Tresham (father of one of the Gunpowder Plotters) and constructed between 1593 and 1597.

Eleanor Cross, Geddington

ELEANOR CROSS, GEDDINGTON

20 miles from Kislingbury Parish

In 1290 Eleanor of Castile, the beloved wife of Edward I and mother of his 14 children, died at Harby in Nottinghamshire.

Deddington Castle

DEDDINGTON CASTLE

22 miles from Kislingbury Parish

Extensive earthworks marking the site of an 11th century motte and bailey castle.

Houghton House

HOUGHTON HOUSE

24 miles from Kislingbury Parish

Houghton House today is the shell of a 17th century mansion commanding magnificent views, reputedly the inspiration for the ‘House Beautiful’ in John Bunyan’s Pilgrim’s Progress.

Kirby Hall

KIRBY HALL

26 miles from Kislingbury Parish

Kirby Hall is one of England's greatest Elizabethan and 17th-century houses. Begun by Sir Humphrey Stafford, it was purchased by Sir Christopher Hatton, one of Queen Elizabeth's 'comely young men'.

Churches in Kislingbury Parish

St Luke

High Street Kislingbury
(01604) 831621

A much loved 14th century parish church in a very active village, where a warm welcome is assured at our services. Regular events include Sunday cream teas or special High Teas during the summer and toasted tea cakes in November. A Prayer Group meets once a month, and our Pastoral Visiting Group meets every 6 weeks.  There is bell-ringing practice every Monday evening (except Bank Holidays) and regular church cleaning mornings are held when we also work in the churchyard. Messy Church takes place 4-5 times a year and St Luke's Storytime for Toddlers and Mums takes place on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 3pm.  We also have Messy "Vintage" for the over 50s who are still "young at heart" which includes afternoon tea and crafts/activities on the last Wednesday of each month 2.30pm to 4.30pm.  

Within the Benefice of Bugbrooke, Harpole, Kislingbury and Rothersthorpe - rector: Revd Stephen French, Bugbrooke Rectory.

Pubs in Kislingbury Parish

Cromwell Cottage

1 High Street, Kislingbury, NN7 4AG
(01604) 830288
thecromwellcottagekislingbury.co.uk

A stones throw from the ancient bridge over the River Nene, this rambling old pub is situated on a bend at the northern outskirts of the village. The pub name relates to a fairly dubious yarn that Oliver Cromwell billeted himself here in 16...
Olde Red Lion

15 High Street, Kislingbury, NN7 4AQ
(01604) 831594
theolderedlionpub.co.uk

A traditional village pub since 1830 built from Northants ironstone which has been a shoemakers shop and mortuary in the past. The only spirits now are behind the two public bars, along with a separate restaurant. Situated on the main road,...
Sun Inn

Mill Road, Kislingbury, NN7 4BB
(01604) 833571
thesuninnkislingbury.co.uk

A pretty thatched village pub dating from 1866 with four cosy areas inside with low beams and church pew seating. The walls are adorned with toby jugs and pub memorabilia, helping to create an olde-worlde atmosphere. The five hand pumps off...