Church of Saint John the Baptist, Knaresborough, Medieval parish church in Knaresborough, England.
The Church of Saint John the Baptist is a medieval church building in Knaresborough with a central tower, nave, and chancel lit by stained glass windows from the William Morris studio. The structure displays periods of different construction, including 13th-century chapels flanking the chancel.
King Henry I granted this site to the Augustinian canons at Nostell Priory in 1114, establishing its long role in the religious life of the medieval town. Over centuries, the building was rebuilt and enlarged in stages, with each period adding new architectural features.
The Slingsby family chapel displays 17th-century memorials showing how local nobles connected with religious life of their time. Visitors can observe how family identity and faith shaped the spaces where the wealthy worshipped.
The interior is level and easy to walk through, with sufficient space in main areas for different accessibility needs. Parking is available within walking distance of the entrance, making arrival straightforward.
The chancel walls display early brickwork and sealed-off windows from the Romanesque period, evidence of past renovations and structural changes. These features reveal how the building adapted over time while keeping earlier elements intact.
Location: Knaresborough
Inception: 12 century
Website: http://knaresboroughanglicanteam.org.uk/our-churches/st-john-the-baptist-knaresborough-web-site
GPS coordinates: 54.00950,-1.47183
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:24
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