Category Archives: Heritage

Discover the heritage of St Peter’s Church in Church Langton. Its long history goes back over 800 years – and still counting! From the detail of the building, its churchyard to the people who have lived and worked for St Peter’s – this archive builds a wonderful story to discover…

SUMMER TOURS OF ST. PETER’S, CHURCH LANGTON

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Discover the Hidden Treasures of St. Peter’s Church, Church Langton
Guided Tours – Sundays, July 6th & 20th at 1:30pm
Church Langton, Market Harborough, LE16 7SZ

Step inside one of Leicestershire’s most striking historic churches and uncover centuries of fascinating stories, stunning craftsmanship, and artistic treasures.

Join us for a guided tour of St. Peter’s, Church Langton – a grand and imposing parish church packed with unique features and rich history. Highlights include:

  • A rare Sheela-na-Gig – a mysterious and ancient stone carving of a naked female figure, believed to offer protection and ward off evil
  • A beautifully preserved 17th-century font canopy and offertory box
  • Glorious Pre-Raphaelite stained-glass windows
  • A breathtaking alabaster reredos of The Last Supper
  • A musical milestone – the first parish church to host a performance of Handel’s Messiah in 1759

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious, this tour promises a captivating glimpse into England’s religious and cultural heritage.

Admission: £5 adults – Children FREE
No booking required – just turn up!

After the tour, relax and enjoy homemade cream teas in the peaceful surroundings of this picturesque village.

Contact: Roz on 01858 545160 or email r.folwell@btinternet.com for more details.

Come and explore the stories carved in stone, painted in glass, and sung in history — only at St. Peter’s, Church Langton.

St Peter's Church, Shepherd's Window
St Peter’s Church, Shepherd’s Window
St Peter's: View to pulpit
St Peter’s: View to pulpit
St Peter's Church High Altar Window which shows the Deposition of Christ from the Cross and the women who tended him, including Mary Magdalene
St Peter’s High Altar Window, which shows the Deposition of Christ and the women who tended him, including Mary Magdalene
St Peter's Church Langton: East Window and High Altar with reredos
St Peter’s Church Langton: East Window and High Altar with reredos
St Peter's Nave - Celestry
St Peter’s Nave – Celestry
Reredos: Grapes
Reredos: Wheat
St Peter's: Pew - detail
St Peter’s: Pew – detail
Porch Face carving
Last Supper-Reredo carving by J Reid at St Peter's Church
Last Supper-Reredo carving by J Reid at St Peter’s Church

How wonderful that Spring is here but what does it mean to you?

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Spring is a beautiful time of year and I must say my favourite. It is uplifting to leave the dark nights and mornings behind us as the evenings begin to draw out and bulbs begin to poke their heads through. Birds begin to build nests in the hope of raising a family. Mother Nature awakens.

Spring is often associated with hope and rebirth – indeed Easter celebrates the resurrection of our Lord, Jesus Christ and it takes place in Spring.

‘For behold, the winter is past; the rain is over and gone. The flowers appear on the earth, the time of singing has come, and the voice of the turtledove is heard in our land’.

Song of Solomon 2:11-12

What does Spring mean to you?

Here in St Peter’s church yard we find the earliest flowers. These flowers provide vital nectar for wakening bees and insects.

Here are some photos taken in the churchyard by James Cullen.

Dear John

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Happy retirement wishes

Last week saw the retirement of John, our long serving postman to our villages here in the Langtons, Stonton Wyville and Glooston.

John took up his round 34 years ago. A staggering number which we’re all quite amazed by. It feels like five minutes! The time truly flies!

Over the years, John has become a friend to us all, always ready with a smile and wave.

All the villages paid tribute one way or another and his last round on Friday took much longer than usual as he was greeted along the way.

Gifts and cards were given and I reckon his van was riding a little heavier on the way back than when it came out!

Local artist, Maxine Dodd, was asked by Church Langton residents Sue Atton and Maxine Johnson to create a leaving card for John. A task that she was delighted to undertake for this valued friend of the community.

Maxine created a map of his route with a card from the people. The envelope bears a special stamp featuring the King himself toasting his dedicated postie!

John’s card

The card was printed and signed and the original framed as a special gift for John to remind him of us.

The framed artwork and card by Maxine Dodd

We were all out waiting to wave him off…

Church Langton resident Sue presents John with his gift and card.

We are a small community and the post is a vital service. How fortunate we were to have such kind and dedicated man to bring our post to us.

Thank you John, happy retirement and come and see us soon!

George and John