HOD 2024 – Connecting with the People of our Past.

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024

Meet the former inhabitants of Tathwell, once part of the extensive Lincolnshire estates of the Chaplin family whose impressive monuments line the church and whose bodies lie beneath the chancel. Their servants, tenants and an aristocratic friend are represented by their gravestones outside.
Built on the highest point in the village, the church commands a view of Tathwell Lake. Entering through a timber-framed porch one discovers an interesting mix of Norman, Georgian and Victorian architecture. A range of important monuments and two fine stained glass windows all have a story to tell. Historian on duty, guide leaflet available, tours as detailed.

As the churchyard is uneven people are advised to wear sensible shoes.

Booklet number: 57

Region: ELDC

Address: St Vedast’s church, Church Lane, Tathwell, Louth, LN11 9SR what3words: rank.misty.motoring

Time: Sat 14th – Sun 15th 10.00 – 16.00 – 14.30 guided tour each day.

Booking required: No

For more events, take a look at our Lincolnshire Heritage Open Days brochure. You can download our digital brochure for free (from June 21st 2024)