Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Harpswell
Lincolnshire - Built
- 1050
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Sources: Historic England list entry 1309029, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q7592785
Before visiting St Chad's Church, Harpswell
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.
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About St Chad's Church, Harpswell
St Chad’s Church, Harpswell is an active Church of England parish church in Harpswell, Lincolnshire, within the Diocese of Lincoln and the joint Glentworth Benefice. Standing roughly 12 miles north of Lincoln, it is listed at Grade I for its historic and architectural importance.
Founded around 1042, the church retains a rare complete Anglo-Saxon tower. Its Norman south arcade was enlarged through work undertaken in the 13th and 14th centuries, while an extensive restoration followed in 1890–91. Interior features include a Norman font, medieval stained-glass fragments and carved oak bench ends, one depicting the Five Holy Wounds. Historic memorials include the 1346 effigy of priest William de Harrington, a stone figure commemorating John Gere, and a 15th-century brass showing John Whichcote and Elizabeth Tyrwhit. The tower also bears an inscribed memorial recording the installation of a clock in 1746.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Chad's Church, Harpswell?⌄
St Chad's Church, Harpswell in Harpswell belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Chad's Church, Harpswell building?⌄
The building dates from 1050. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
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