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St Peter's Church at Barton-upon-Humber combines an Anglo-Saxon tower with a detailed account of the people buried around it. The earliest surviving parts date from the early 11th century; look for the triangular-headed tower windows and the thin strips of stone decorating the walls. Excavations after the church became redundant uncovered almost 3,000 burials spanning around nine centuries, and the Buried Lives display explains what those remains reveal about disease, diet and treatment. Families can explore the subject through a handling model of a skeleton. Reviewers particularly value the building and its archaeology, but several describe arriving to find it closed, so check the limited visiting dates before setting out. Street parking is limited, and steps affect access to the grounds and altar. Dogs must stay on leads in the grounds, supervised throughout.
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- St Peter's Church, Barton-upon-HumberCLOSED
Opening times may change at short notice.
Next advertised opening: Sunday 20 September 2026, 12:00-16:00. The main page says no booking is needed for that opening; the separate hours page also offers bookable tours. Confirm the intended visit type.
The returned calendar shows no regular opening after 20 September; check for new dates before travelling.
Three steps lead from the path into the grounds and two steps lead to the altar. The church has an accessible toilet and an internal ramp; contact the site about access needs.
Dogs at the location: Allowed with restrictions. Dogs on leads are welcome in the church grounds only, not inside; supervise them at all times and do not leave them tied up.
Dog walks in the grounds: Allowed with restrictions. Dogs on leads are welcome in the church grounds only, not inside; supervise them at all times and do not leave them tied up. Normal advertised site access applies; entry is free.
PricingFreeFree for all visitors
Free entry for everyone
Entry
Free for everyone
Pricing details
Free for everyone during advertised access. Any suggested donation is voluntary; parking and separately ticketed nearby attractions are excluded.
ParkingNo car park
Arrive on foot, by bike or by public transport.
Parking details
Check local restrictions and leave residents' access clear. The pin is the Beck Hill approach, not a reserved parking space.
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