The present church was built in the
mid 1860’s and consecrated in
1866. This was at the instigation of the MacLean family of Lazonby
Hall. The architect was Anthony Salvin. It replaced an earlier
medieval building of which little record remains.
1167 is the first record of a
church in Lazonby. In 1272
Lazonby Church was ’given’ to Lanercost Priory and the first
recorded priest dates from this time. Described as a “simple
building of Lazonby Sandstone” the old church was later covered
with rough cast giving it a ‘modern appearance’. The total
length, including bell turret and chancel, was little more than the
present nave.
The church has a number of fine
carvings in oak by a former Rector,
Canon Wilson 1877 – 1920. A visitors’ leaflet and a listing of
priests is available in the Church.
Essentials about Parish
of St Nicholas – correct as at 1 May 2009.
Part of four parish
benefice comprising Great Salkeld, Kirkoswald and Renwick as well as
Lazonby
Vicar: Revd Canon David
Fowler
The
Vicarage,
Kirkoswald, Penrith, CA10 1DQ Tel: 01768
898176;
email revdmf@aol.com
Churchwardens Mrs Lis
Knipe; Mr Roger Fox
-Regular services-
Sundays each month, at
10.00 am: Holy Communion except:1st Morning Prayer; last
Benefice service of Holy Communion. Thursdays at 9.00 am said Holy
Communion.
Details are published
on notice boards and in Connect – the magazine for the Benefice.
All are welcome to come.
Special services are
held during Christmastide including a carol service and a Christingle
service and at Easter. A Harvest Festival service is usually in
September. See notices for other special events.
Contact the Vicar for
information about baptisms, confirmation, weddings and funerals.
The church is usually
open from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm (November – March) or 6.00 pm (April
– October).
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