All Saints Church, Aughton
All Saints Church in Aughton has been a place of worship since the twelfth century and has had a number of alterations to the fabric throughout the centuries. The building is Grade 1 listed and is of national historical importance.
The upper part of the tower had collapsed and was re-built nearly 500 years ago in memory of Robert Aske. Unfortunately, the tower now has severe structural issues as does the Norman chancel arch that has suffered from structural movement since it was restored in the 19th century. Both the tower and chancel need urgent repairs before they deteriorate further. The defects are so severe that the building is listed, At Risk, by Historic England. We need to raise in the region of £500,000 in order to restore the tower and the chancel arch, alongside a number of other repairs and improvements.
We have launched a fundraising campaign - Aske 500 -
Please DONATE:
By doing a bank transfer to Aughton Parochial Church Council, sort code 404029, account number 50116475
To contact the Friends of Aughton Church please email: friendsofaughtonchurch@gmail.com
Friends of Aughton Church - Aske 500
A group of volunteers, known as the Friends of Aughton Church, have come together to try to raise £500,000 to enable this historically important church to be saved. Applications are being written for various grants which we hope will contribute significantly.
Visit
In summer, the church is open most days between 10am and 4pm.
In winter it is open at weekends only, usually between 10am and 4pm.
If you wish to have guaranteed access inside the church, please contact us on friendsofaughtonchurch@gmail.com
Location
The church over looks the flood plains of the River Derwent and is situated on part of the site of an ancient motte and bailey castle. The landscape around the church is of international importance and is a designated National nature reserve and a Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Robert Aske and the Pilgrimage of Grace
Robert Aske was a 16th century lawyer who became the successful leader of the Pilgrimage of Grace uprising against the Suppression of Religious Houses act 1535. Henry VIII tore up the agreement shortly after the rebellion and Robert Aske was betrayed and martyred in York in 1537.
