Church of All Saints, Lamport facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Church of All Saints, Lamport
Denomination	Church of England
Website	http://www.faxtongroup.org.uk/allsaintslamport.htm
Administration
Deanery	Brixworth
Archdeaconry	Northampton
Diocese	Diocese of Peterborough
Province	Canterbury

The Church of All Saints is a very old and important church in Lamport, Northamptonshire. It is part of the Church of England. This church is a special historic building, known as a Grade I listed building. You can find it on the north side of the High Street.

A Glimpse into History

The first parts of the Church of All Saints were built a very long time ago. This was in the 12th and 13th centuries. The church still has a tower from the medieval period. However, most of the other parts were rebuilt or added later. This happened in the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries.

The Isham Family's Legacy

Inside the church, you will find monuments to the Isham family. This family lived at Lamport Hall for many years, from 1560 to 1976. These monuments tell stories about the people who lived in the area long ago.

Building Through the Centuries

The north chapel of the church was built in 1672. The chancel, which is the area around the altar, was rebuilt starting in 1737. New aisles were also added around this time. The chancel and the south porch were designed by Francis Smith of Warwick or his family. Later, in 1879, the vestry was added. It was designed by a famous architect named G. F. Bodley.

Records and Community

The church has kept records of important events, like births and deaths, since 1587. These old records are called parish registers. They are stored at the Northamptonshire Record Office. These records help historians learn about the past.

The Church of All Saints in Lamport is part of a group of churches. This group is called a united Benefice. It includes churches from nearby villages like Draughton, Faxton, and Maidwell. Each of these villages, except Faxton, still has its own church building.