'The Holy of Holies'

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CHURCH TOURS – ALL SAINTS, MIDDLETON CHENEY, NORTHANTS (OX17 2NR)

DATES – 2012 Monday 4 June and Sundays 22 July and 9 September 2pm – 5pm

DESCRIBED AS ‘THE HOLY OF HOLIES OF MORRIS GLASS’ AND INCLUDED IN ENGLAND’S THOUSAND BEST CHURCHES (Simon Jenkins)

All Saints Church in Middleton Cheney, two miles from Banbury, offers a free guided tour of the William Morris windows in this much loved and well cared for church, much of which dates back to the 14th Century. Our tour will help you to discover more about the beautiful stained glass and your guide will tell stories of the various and remarkable local people who cared for our church in times gone by. You will hear tales of some great Victorian Artists, Smallpox, Stockings (!) and the English Civil War. If you are keen on local or art history you are sure to find this tour fascinating.

The tour is conducted in groups of around ten and involves standing for a number of 5 minute presentations, however a seat is never very far away. Please allow 60 minutes for the tour.

Refreshments are available – tea, coffee and biscuits or cakes.

We have access for visitors with disabilities. Children are very welcome on our tours. We would however, suggest a minimum age of 10 years to fully appreciate the experience. At the end of the tour you are invited to contribute towards the preservation of the building, average £2 / £3 per adult. All tours are conducted in English only. No need to book. Ample parking in the village.

WORLD WAR 1 GRAVES TOUR – ALL SAINTS CHURCHYARD,

MIDDLETON CHENEY, NORTHANTS (OX17 2NR)

Sunday 10th June 2pm – 5pm

Visit the graves and remember those who died during or as a result of the 1914-18 World War. There are 5 Commonwealth War Graves for soldiers who are buried here and a further 6 memorials to young men who were never to return to the village. These are walking tours, with a guide, around the attractive All Saints Churchyard, with the personal tales of those we remember, today, tomorrow and always. You will need sensible shoes, as you will be walking across uneven ground, and should allow 40 minutes for the tour. We make no charge for this tour as we honour our servicemen. Some restricted access for visitors with disabilities. Children are very welcome, however we suggest a minimum age of 10 years to appreciate the experience.