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The church dates from circa 1300 onwards. It was restored in 1867 and 1887. It is one of the finest 14th century churches in England. Built between 1305 and 1333, it replaced an earlier church which was recorded in the Domesday book. The church was probably begun by Lora de Gant, Lady of the Manor of Heckington. Its greatest glories are due to the generosity of two men linked with King Edward II, Lord Henry de Beaumont and master Richard de Potesgrave. Beaumont's coat of arms once appeared in many of the stained-glass windows. Richard de Potesgrave (circa 1275 to 1349) was rector of Heckington in 1309 and was the Kings' chaplain. In 1321 he was given custody of Leeds Castle in Kent. The church consists of a west tower with spire, clerestoried nave, north and south aisles, transepts, chancel, south porch and north Chapel The three stage tower and spire is 185 feet high with three tiers of lucarnes. There are multiple gargoyles on gabled niches as well as on crocketted pinnacles. The south porch dates from the decorated period although suffered from vandalism to statues in niches. Over the entrance is a statue of Christ in Glory. Inside, there are four bay north and south nave arcades with octagonal piers. There was originally a Rood screen separating the nave and the chancel. The north aisle is probably the oldest part of the church and the north transept was formerly used as a Chantry Chapel, the piscina is still in position. The south transept, has its own sedilia, and in the south-west corner there is a burial slab with an engraved bust, possibly Potesgrave's father from the 14th century. The south transept was probably the "Chantry of Saint Nicolas" where rector Potesgrave's parents were prayed for. The chancel was built by Potesgrave whose tomb is recessed into the north wall with a damaged effigy. He died in 1349 aged about 75, possibly of the Black Death. When the tomb was opened in 1800 his communion chalice was found inside. The east window is 34 foot high and 16 feet wide with seven lights. On the north wall of the chancel is an Easter Sepulchre, complete with sleeping soldiers beneath crocketted gables. To either side are figures, and above is the risen Christ attended by censing Angels. The Sepulchre was also used as a permanent sacrament shrine, where consecrated bread and wine were kept. There is also a double piscina in the chancel and an elaborate triple sedilia with fine decorative carvings depicting Saint Margaret with her Dragon, the coronation of the Virgin Mary and Christ, Saint Catherine with her wheel, and other Angels. Pic by Jenny.
Foto de Jules & Jenny (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
The church dates from circa 1300 onwards. It was restored in 1867 and 1887. It is one of the finest 14th century churches in England. Built between 1305 and 1333, it replaced an earlier church which was recorded in the Domesday book. The church was probably begun by Lora de Gant, Lady of the Manor of Heckington. Its greatest glories are due to the generosity of two men linked with King Edward II, Lord Henry de Beaumont and master Richard de Potesgrave. Beaumont's coat of arms once appeared in many of the stained-glass windows. Richard de Potesgrave (circa 1275 to 1349) was rector of Heckington in 1309 and was the Kings' chaplain. In 1321 he was given custody of Leeds Castle in Kent. The church consists of a west tower with spire, clerestoried nave, north and south aisles, transepts, chancel, south porch and north Chapel The three stage tower and spire is 185 feet high with three tiers of lucarnes. There are multiple gargoyles on gabled niches as well as on crocketted pinnacles. The south porch dates from the decorated period although suffered from vandalism to statues in niches. Over the entrance is a statue of Christ in Glory. Inside, there are four bay north and south nave arcades with octagonal piers. There was originally a Rood screen separating the nave and the chancel. The north aisle is probably the oldest part of the church and the north transept was formerly used as a Chantry Chapel, the piscina is still in position. The south transept, has its own sedilia, and in the south-west corner there is a burial slab with an engraved bust, possibly Potesgrave's father from the 14th century. The south transept was probably the "Chantry of Saint Nicolas" where rector Potesgrave's parents were prayed for. The chancel was built by Potesgrave whose tomb is recessed into the north wall with a damaged effigy. He died in 1349 aged about 75, possibly of the Black Death. When the tomb was opened in 1800 his communion chalice was found inside. The east window is 34 foot high and 16 feet wide with seven lights. On the north wall of the chancel is an Easter Sepulchre, complete with sleeping soldiers beneath crocketted gables. To either side are figures, and above is the risen Christ attended by censing Angels. The Sepulchre was also used as a permanent sacrament shrine, where consecrated bread and wine were kept. There is also a double piscina in the chancel and an elaborate triple sedilia with fine decorative carvings depicting Saint Margaret with her Dragon, the coronation of the Virgin Mary and Christ, Saint Catherine with her wheel, and other Angels. Pic by Jenny.
Foto de Jules & Jenny (Creative Commons Attribution 2.0)
Churchyard Cross Base of a medieval cross in St.Andrew's churchyard
St.Andrew's church, Heckington. One of the finest parish churches in Lincolnshire and arguably in all England. All built c1350 in the Decorated gothic style. Beautiful flowing reticulated and curvilenear traceried windows, a fantastic easter Sepulchre and grand, spacious proportions worthy of a large town church.
Heckington Windmill 8 sail windmill
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Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Belton Grantham England
El precio es de 109 € por noche del 15 mar al 16 mar
109 €
Del 15 mar al 16 mar
incluye tasas e impuestos
Quédate en este hotel con spa de Grantham. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y un spa completo. Algunos aspectos que los huéspedes ...
8,4/10 Very Good! (1002 comentarios)
Large room. Clean. Ample parking. Good breakfast. Pleasant staff.

Comentario del 28 de feb de 2026

Belton Woods Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa

Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Newark Road Lincoln England
El precio es de 73 € por noche del 29 mar al 30 mar
73 €
Del 29 mar al 30 mar
incluye tasas e impuestos
Quédate en este hotel de negocios de Lincoln. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y desayuno. Algo que los huéspedes destacan en ...
8,4/10 Very Good! (917 comentarios)
Good location for visiting the coast and the Broads.

Comentario del 9 de jul de 2023

Best Western Plus Bentley Hotel & Spa
Tennyson

Tennyson

4 out of 5
7-8 South Park Lincoln England
El precio es de 42 € por noche del 22 mar al 23 mar
42 €
Del 22 mar al 23 mar
incluye tasas e impuestos
Quédate en esta casa de huéspedes de Lincoln. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con servicio de limpieza diario. Dos atracciones turísticas populares que se encuentran ...
8,6/10 Excellent! (523 comentarios)
Hola, he estado en este hotel unos días para visitar a un familiar: El desayuno es muy bueno, la habitación está limpia y el trato es muy correcto. Queda un poco alejado del centro de Lincoln, pero se puede ir dando un paseo muy agradable.

Comentario del 21 de may de 2013

Tennyson
Ver los 894 alojamientos en Heckington
Precio más bajo por noche encontrado en las últimas 24 horas para una estancia de 1 noche y 2 adultos. Los precios y la disponibilidad están sujetos a cambios. Pueden aplicarse términos y condiciones adicionales.
Baxter House

Baxter House

3 out of 5
109 Fydell St Boston England
Quédate en este apartotel de Boston. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y Netflix. Dos atracciones turísticas populares que se ...
Baxter House
Grant House

Grant House

3 out of 5
1 Grants Lane Boston England
Quédate en este apartamento de Boston. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis. Dos atracciones turísticas populares que se encuentran cerca son Edificio histórico ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 comentario)
Will stay here again. No parking outside the property, but there is a car park which is to pay for. Everything you need in the apartment. Only downside was that there was a rancid smell coming from the kitchen , which made you feel sick. So sprayed perfume all over it. Wasn't enough forks to feed ...

Comentario del 27 de oct de 2024

Grant House
The Old Dairy Holiday Home

The Old Dairy Holiday Home

2 out of 5
9 The Old Dairy Boston England
Quédate en esta casa de vacaciones de Boston. Entre otras cosas, cuenta con wifi gratis, aparcamiento gratuito y un jardín. Dos atracciones turísticas populares ...
8,8/10 Excellent! (3 comentarios)
Was prima als tussenstop. Alleen wat algemene informatie, hoe op te leveren, wifi code etc ontbrak.

Comentario del 25 de sept de 2025

The Old Dairy Holiday Home
Echa un vistazo a todos los alojamientos de Heckington
Precio más bajo por noche encontrado en las últimas 24 horas para una estancia de 1 noche y 2 adultos. Los precios y la disponibilidad están sujetos a cambios. Pueden aplicarse términos y condiciones adicionales.

Atracciones turísticas populares

Molino de Heckington

Molino de Heckington es solo uno de los muchos rincones que te esperan por Heckington, ¡anímate a explorar este interesante destino! Además de ser un destino donde se respira un ambiente de lo más agradable, aquí también podrás salir de bares.

Molino de Heckington

Centro Nacional de Artesanía y Diseño

Disfruta de una jornada al aire libre en Centro Nacional de Artesanía y Diseño durante tus días en Sleaford. Además de ser un destino donde reina la tranquilidad, aquí también podrás salir de bares o cenar fuera.

Centro Nacional de Artesanía y Diseño

Station House Conference Centre

¿Has consultado ya el programa de Station House Conference Centre? Quizás haya algo interesante para ti en este fantástico espacio de Sleaford. Y, ya que estás aquí, ¿por qué no asistir a algún que otro festival o disfrutar de una animada oferta cultural?

Station House Conference Centre

RAF Cranwell Golf Course

Si lo tuyo es el golf, acércate a Cranwell, Brauncewell y Byard's Leap y visita RAF Cranwell Golf Course. ¡No te arrepentirás!

RAF Cranwell Golf Course

Ewerby Pond

Aprovecha para visitar Ewerby Pond durante tus días por Ewerby y Evedon.

Ewerby Pond

Boston Road Recreation Ground

Déjate sorprender por la belleza natural de Boston Road Recreation Ground, una de las zonas verdes más hermosas de Sleaford. Y, ya que estás aquí, ¿por qué no asistir a algún que otro festival o disfrutar de una animada oferta cultural?

Boston Road Recreation Ground

Ciudades cerca de Heckington

Boston

Boston

Sleaford

Sleaford