St Leonard's Church, Downham, Gothic parish church in Downham, England
St Leonard's Church is a Gothic parish church in Downham with a distinctive west tower built from sandstone and topped with a slate roof. The structure is constructed from rubble and slate, and features windows with perpendicular tracery detailing.
The tower of St Leonard's Church dates to the 15th century, while the main body was substantially rebuilt between 1909 and 1910. This renovation preserved the Gothic character while updating the interior for modern use.
The church holds several monuments honoring the Assheton family, including a sculpture by Richard Westmacott made for Frances Arabella Assheton in 1835. These memorials show how deeply this family was connected to the place over time.
The church is easily visible from outside and accessible through a clear main entrance near the west tower. Visitors should plan their visit around regular service times when the interior is open for prayer and viewing.
An octagonal sandstone font from the 16th century features shields carved with the Legs of Man symbol and a chevron with fleur-de-lis design. This rare combination of heraldic symbols hints at the place's connections and history.
Location: Downham
Inception: 1910
Architectural style: Gothic architecture
Made from material: rubble, slate
Website: http://stleonard.downhamvillage.org.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.89450,-2.32966
Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20
Downham Hall
121 m
Assheton Arms
44 m
Swanside Bridge
1.1 km
Downham Church of England School
124 m
35 Chapel Brow
334 m
36 and 37 Chapel Brow
343 m
Fir Tree House
243 m
Bridge approximately 15 metres south west of Fir Tree House
241 m
Old Well Hall
202 m
Door and surround in garden wall, Downham Hall, approximately 10 metres south west of church tower
28 m
Building on east side of yard at Home Farm, north west of Downham Hall
154 m
7 Top Row
50 m
The Lidgett House
106 m
Greengates
334 m
The White House
135 m
Post Office and house adjoining to east
62 m
Stocks
38 m
Milestone at west side of road, near junction with Chatburn Road
234 m
45
171 m
Downham Mill
968 m
Barn approximately 15 metres north of Fir Tree House
217 m
2, 3 and 4 Top Row
29 m
Pair of gatepiers in Downham Hall garden, approximately 60 metres north west of school
60 m
Barn to Home Farm, north west of Downham Hall, and stable in same range to east
182 m
Laneside Farmhouse and barn adjoining to west
611 m
Sundial In Churchyard Approximately 8 Metres South Of Chancel, Church Of St Leonard
18 m
Village Hall
395 m
5 and 6 Top Row
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