St. Leonard's Church, Wollaton

St. Leonard's Church is a medieval church in Wollaton built with Gothic features including pointed arches, stone walls, and stained glass windows throughout. The building has been enlarged and modified repeatedly from its earliest form, with the most recent major changes happening in the Victorian period.

The church was founded in the 12th century and underwent changes across many generations as the community grew. Its development reflects the history of the local area, with significant improvements and additions continuing through the Victorian period.

The church served as the gathering place where the Wollaton community marked births, deaths, and celebrations across the centuries. You can still see this role today in the memorial plaques and inscriptions that line the walls inside.

You can reach the church through the main entrance on Church Close where parking is available nearby. Check the opening hours before your visit since the building is actively used for services and may have restricted access at certain times.

The bell tower contains a working mechanical clock mechanism that has been keeping time for the community since 1884. This piece of machinery is a rare example of timekeeping technology that has continued to function reliably for well over 100 years.