Church of St Andrew

Church of St Andrew in Haughton-le-Skerne is a stone building with Norman windows and original fittings from different periods. The interior contains box pews with oak paneling from the 17th century, a baptistry dating to around 1175 at the western end, and a font cover made from Frosterly marble.

The building dates to around 1125, constructed on the site of an earlier Saxon structure, and combines Norman elements with later additions. It received Grade I listed status in 1952 due to its architectural importance.

The church is named after its patron saint, and its interior displays bells from the medieval period along with Saxon carved stone fragments set into the north wall of the nave. These elements reflect different phases of local craftsmanship across centuries.

The church is located at the intersection of Haughton Road and Salters Lane South with roadside parking available. Regular Sunday services are held, and the building is easily accessible from the road.

The building preserves Jacobean furnishings from 1662, including box pews with particular crafted details. This set of fittings makes it a rare example of intact church furnishings from that era.

Location: Darlington

Inception: 1100

Website: http://standrewshaughton.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 54.53730,-1.52508

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:24