Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Market Place
Boston, PE21 6NH
Lincolnshire - Built
- 1309
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1388844, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7592685, OpenStreetMap
Before visiting Saint Botolph's
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
No direct contact details are recorded. Use the linked sources above or the wider local directory to continue your search.
About Saint Botolph's
Saint Botolph's serves as Boston’s active Church of England parish church, standing in Market Place in Lincolnshire. Known locally as the Boston Stump, it is protected at Grade I and remains a conspicuous feature of the flat Fenland skyline. Its tall tower was formerly a navigational marker for local fishing crews and is visible from Norfolk in clear conditions.
Work on the current building commenced in 1309, superseding an earlier Norman structure made from wood and masonry. Construction progressed westwards from the chancel, with the main body finished around 1390. Problems caused by riverside ground required alterations to strengthen the eastern section. The tower followed from about 1450 and was finished during the early sixteenth century in Perpendicular Gothic form. Approximately 81 metres high, it carries a richly ornamented octagonal lantern and pinnacles. A stair of 209 steps leads to an elevated walkway and the bell chamber. The interior measures about 74 metres from end to end and includes a vaulted sanctuary with the principal altar.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
Where is Saint Botolph's?⌄
Saint Botolph's is at Market Place, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE21 6NH.
What denomination is Saint Botolph's?⌄
Saint Botolph's in Boston belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the Saint Botolph's building?⌄
The building dates from 1309. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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