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…

A Weekend of ‘Messiah’ at St Peter’s

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Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May

Come and enjoy Messiah!

7.30pm – Doors open from 6.45pm

Programme: Messiah 14-05-2022Download

The Messiah was performed in an English parish church for the first time in 1759. It was held in St Peter’s church in the small hamlet of Church Langton in rural Leicestershire. The event was so popular, it caused traffic jams and filled every inn, in the area!

This weekend gives you the chance to find out how this unique performance came to be and why St. Peter’s was chosen – and then to enjoy a performance of the oratorio itself by The Knighton Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr Paul Jenkins with the Community Choir – Join in either as a member of the audience or as part of the Community Choir.

Neil Crutchley Talk

The celebration begins with an illustrated talk by Neil Crutchley (former Leicester Mercury’s ‘Mr. Leicester’ columnist)

Friday 13th May at 7.30pm

Tickets £8 on the door, £5 with concert ticket

Come and sing Messiah

Experienced singers may join the Community Choir, in the afternoon from 2pm, in advance of the performance in the evening.

Saturday 14th May, 2pm – 5pm rehearsal – 7.30pm full performance
£5 to sing

On Saturday 14th May, 7.30pm, the full performance, featuring the Knighton Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr Paul Jenkins and the Community Choir. Tickets £15.

Book now

Book now by email maxinejohnson.1@btinternet.com / or Tel: 01858 545160 or complete the simple form below, stating the number of tickets required for each event and if you would like to join the Community Choir.

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Please note: There are no toilet facilities inside church, but car parking and toilet facilities available at Langton Community Hall approx five minutes walk from church

Access

Limited wheelchair access – please advise us if you are a wheelchair user, so we can assist entry to the building.

COVID-19 Considerations

This event will run in line with local and national government guidelines at the time of the festival. Please do not attend if anyone in your family is exhibiting Covid-19 symptoms.

Directions

Find us just off the B6047 Market Harborough to Melton Road, 3 miles from Kibworth, 6 miles from Market Harborough. Postcode for satellite navigation systems LE16 7SZ –
What three word link: https://w3w.co/cubed.thinkers.upholds

A Weekend of ‘Messiah’ at St Peter’s

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Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May

Come and enjoy Messiah!

The Messiah was performed in an English parish church for the first time in 1759. It was held in St Peter’s church in the small hamlet of Church Langton in rural Leicestershire. The event was so popular, it caused traffic jams and filled every inn, in the area!

This weekend gives you the chance to find out how this unique performance came to be and why St. Peter’s was chosen – and then to enjoy a performance of the oratorio itself by The Knighton Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr Paul Jenkins with the Community Choir – Join in either as a member of the audience or as part of the Community Choir.

Neil Crutchley Talk

The celebration begins with an illustrated talk by Neil Crutchley (former Leicester Mercury’s ‘Mr. Leicester’ columnist)

Friday 13th May at 7.30pm

Tickets £8 on the door, £5 with concert ticket

Come and sing Messiah

Experienced singers may join the Community Choir, in the afternoon from 2pm, in advance of the performance in the evening.

Saturday 14th May, 2pm – 5pm rehearsal – 7.30pm full performance
£5 to sing

On Saturday 14th May, 7.30pm, the full performance, featuring the Knighton Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Dr Paul Jenkins and the Community Choir. Tickets £15.

Book now

Book now by email maxinejohnson.1@btinternet.com / or Tel: 01858 545160 or complete the simple form below, stating the number of tickets required for each event and if you would like to join the Community Choir.

Go back

Your message has been sent

Please note: There are no toilet facilities inside church, but car parking and toilet facilities available at Langton Community Hall approx five minutes walk from church

Access

Limited wheelchair access – please advise us if you are a wheelchair user, so we can assist entry to the building.

COVID-19 Considerations

This event will run in line with local and national government guidelines at the time of the festival. Please do not attend if anyone in your family is exhibiting Covid-19 symptoms.

Directions

Find us just off the B6047 Market Harborough to Melton Road, 3 miles from Kibworth, 6 miles from Market Harborough. Postcode for satellite navigation systems LE16 7SZ –
What three word link: https://w3w.co/cubed.thinkers.upholds

Media makers

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Part of our Digital Persona project

You’re invited to join us on Saturday 26th June 1:30-3:30pm for a special ‘Media Maker’ event taking place at St. Peter’s Church. 

Supported by our new Digital Persona project that will see William Hanbury have his very own Instagram platform, Media Makers, will see young people carry out interviews, create short films, generate digital content and engage with local residents to capture what they love about St. Peter’s Church! 

There will also be lots of other activities including arts & crafts, a special William Hanbury ‘Talk & Tour’, plant & book sale, competitions and the opportunity to have a nice cuppa. 

We would like to see as many local residents as possible at the event, and look forward to seeing you all there. 

Frances Freer our lead digital curator had this to say about the event….. 

‘As the lead on this project, I’m very excited about sharing William Hanbury’s inspiring life, his vision and his legacy with as many people as possible. This exceptional figure helped to shape the parish as we know it today and he is deserving of an important spot within our local history. There’s no better way to learn about the life of this fascinating vicar of St. Peter’s than by visiting Church Langton church and join our Media Maker event, there will be a number of engaging Hanbury-inspired activities for people of all ages to enjoy.

So please, come and join the fun!’

Email info@churchlangton.org.uk to register your interest or ask a question about this event.