Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Rushden, NN10 8DL
Northamptonshire - Service times
- Monday 6:00 PM; Tuesday 4:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM; Saturday 1:00 PM
- Built
- 1201
- Listed status
- Grade I listed
Service patterns often change around Christmas, Easter and bank holidays, so it is always worth checking with the church first.
Sources: Historic England list entry 1191957, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q15978796, OpenStreetMap, www.stmaryhighamferrers.org
Before visiting St Mary the Virgin
The service details above are a recorded timetable, not a live calendar. Confirm the date and venue before travelling, especially for holiday services or parishes sharing a minister.
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.
Check the church’s website →About St Mary the Virgin
St Mary the Virgin is an active Church of England parish church in Rushden, Northamptonshire. The church is protected at Grade I, recognising its exceptional historic and architectural importance. Regular services are held on Monday at 6.00 pm, Tuesday at 4.00 pm, Thursday at 10.00 am and Saturday at 1.00 pm.
The present building dates from around 1220, when it was established under a charter granted by Henry III. Its tower was finished about 1250, while the richly carved western porch followed later in the 13th century. Medieval alterations included enlarging the northern aisle, renewing the nave arches and creating a Lady Chapel. A clerestory and shallow roof were added in the early 1400s. The 53-metre spire and part of the tower fell in 1631 but were soon rebuilt. Inside are 15th-century choir stalls with misericords and an ornate brass memorial to Laurence St Maur, who died in 1337. The tower houses ten bells, including two added in 2014.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
When are services at St Mary the Virgin?⌄
Services: Monday 6:00 PM; Tuesday 4:00 PM; Thursday 10:00 AM; Saturday 1:00 PM. Times can change around Christmas, Easter and bank holidays, so do confirm with the church before setting out.
What denomination is St Mary the Virgin?⌄
St Mary the Virgin in Rushden belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Mary the Virgin building?⌄
The building dates from 1201. It is on the statutory register as a Grade I listed building.
How do I contact St Mary the Virgin?⌄
You can reach St Mary the Virgin through its website at www.stmaryhighamferrers.org.
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