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Staunton Harold Church

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An ornately decorated 17th century church set in lovely parkland, one of the few churches built in England between the Civil War and the Restoration of the monarchy. Staunton Harold church was built in 1653 by Sir Robert Shirley of Staunton Harold Hall, which stands beside the church, and it is a fascinating example of Stuart taste. Shirley, later 1st Earl of Ferrers, risked the displeasure of Cromwell and his allies by his open act of defiance in building the church.

The interior features remarkably complete fittings, including pews, a west gallery, an organ, pulpit, painted ceilings, and the original pew cushions. The church, otherwise known as the Chapel of the Holy Trinity, consists of a nave with clerestory, twin aisles, and a west tower that rises in four stages.

An inscription above the west door of the church gives an insight into Shirley's motivation in building the church; clearly he was very much at odds with  Cromwellian rule:

In the years 1563 when all things sacred were throughout ye Nation either demolished or profaned, Sir Robert Shirley Baronet, founded this church, whose singular praise it is to have done the best things in ye worst times and hoped them in the most callamitous. The righteous shall be had in everlasting remembrance

Guided tours are available if pre-booked; check with nearby Calke Abbey.
Staunton Harold, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, England, LE65 1RW

About Staunton Harold Church
Attraction Type: Church
Website: Staunton Harold Church
Email: calkeabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk
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Photo Credit: David Stowell, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence
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Ashby-de-la-Zouch
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