Shilton and Barnacle CP
Shilton and Barnacle CP
Attractions and Places To See around Shilton and Barnacle CP - Top 20
Best attractions and places to see around Shilton and Barnacle CP include historical sites and significant religious buildings. The area features a notable canal network, connecting to major waterways. Visitors can explore sites that reflect centuries of history and architectural development.
Best attractions and places to see around Shilton and Barnacle CP
- The most popular attractions is Hawkesbury Canal Junction (Sutton Stop), a historical site that marks the northern termination of the Oxford Canal where it joins the Coventry Canal. This junction has been an important link in England's canal network for around 200 years.
- Another must-see spot is St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley, a historical religious building. This parish church dates from the 12th century, with a later tower and 14th-century stained glass examples inside.
- Visitors also love Ruins of Coventry Cathedral (St Michael's Cathedral), a historical site and man-made monument. This former church serves as a reminder of historical events and the value of peace.
- Shilton and Barnacle CP is known for historical sites, religious buildings, and canal junctions. The area offers a variety of attractions to see and explore.
- The attractions around Shilton and Barnacle CP are appreciated by the komoot community, with 75 upvotes and 35 photos shared.
Last updated: May 5, 2026
Hawkesbury Canal Junction (Sutton Stop)
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St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley
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Church. C12 chancel now mainly C15, C14 nave, C15 north chapel and C13 west tower with C15 bell stage. Coursed sandstone rubble; coursed and squared sandstone. Plain-tiled roofs with crocketed pinnacles to east gable of nave and gable end cross. Embattled west tower of 3 stages. 2 lower stages are C13. One lancet window to each stage of side wall. C15 west doorway in 4-centred arch in square head. Angle buttressing. Bell stage, C15,has in each wall two 2-light openings with foiled heads in 2-centred arches. Nave has embattled parapet. C15 clerestory of 5 windows, each of two cinquefoil lights in square head. 3, C14, windows; 2 of 3 trefoil lights in 2-centred arches of 2 chamfered orders, and one of 2 trefoil lights. 2 stage gable buttressing. Chancel: South wall has 2 windows, each of 3 lights and a C15 doorway in 4-centred arch in square head.
East window of 3 trefoil lights in moulded 2-centred arch. North chapel: C15.
Embattled parapet. 2 windows in north wall of 3 trefoil lights in 4-centred arches. 2 stage buttressing with offsets. Interior: South doorway to nave, C14.
2 hollow and roll moulded orders in 2-centred arch with label and mask stops.
C13 tower arch of 3 chamfered orders in 2-centred arch. Original gable end of roof visible in west wall of tower. C19 roof boarded. Braced tie beams. Chancel arch 2-centred and of 2 wave moulded orders. The chancel has a C19 roof of wind braced through purlins. North chapel C15. 2 bays open to chancel. 2-centred arches of 2 hollow moulded orders on octagonal column with moulded capital and base. Original roof with moulded ridge tie beams and purlins. Carved bosses at intersections. Font, C15. Stone. Round bowl with vertical ribs dividing the panels. Wall monument, north wall of chancel. Mrs. Daniel and daughter, 1725.
White marble tablet with grey marble fluted ionic pilasters and crest. Chest.
Oak. 1729. Oak with iron fittings. Gift of Geo. Aley of Black Hall, Fillongley.
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Ruins of Coventry Cathedral (St Michael's Cathedral)
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Holy Trinity Church, Coventry
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The church was restored in 1665–1668, and the tower was recased in 1826 by Thomas Rickman. The east end was rebuilt in 1786 and the west front by Richard Charles Hussey in 1843.
The inside of the church was restored by George Gilbert Scott in 1854.
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St John the Baptist Church
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The chancel is built of a mixture of limestone and sandstone rubble patched with bricks and tiles and has a modern steep-pitched tiled roof, modern coping and cross finial, and rebuilt buttresses. It is lighted on the east by a modern window of three pointed lights with a hood-mould and head-stops. The south side has a central buttress, and west of it are two restored lancet windows with a narrow doorway between them. The lancet to the west is divided by a transom to form a low side window. The doorway has a restored pointed arch, the splay carried down the jambs. The north side has a central buttress and another butting against the aisle wall, with a restored lancet window between them. The south aisle is built of red sandstone ashlar with a plinth of one splay, stepped down to conform with the slope of the ground. The wall is diminished in thickness by a weathered offset at sill level. It has a low-pitched lead-covered roof with a plain low parapet, with a moulded coping projected on a moulded stringcourse. The east gable is lighted by a partly restored traceried window of three cinquefoil lights under a hollow-moulded four-centred head. The south wall has buttresses at the angles, two intermediately, and a porch towards the western end. It is lighted between the buttresses by three windows similar to the one in the east wall. The porch has been rebuilt in brick and stone with a tiled roof and the entrance blocked to form a vestry. The south door, which has a four-centred arch under a square head, has been mutilated. The west end is similar to the east, but the coping is carried up as a lean-to instead of a gable. The buttress at the angle is diagonal, splayed to a point. The north aisle is built of rubble similar to the chancel and has a lean-to roof covered with lead, a battlemented parapet with trefoil panelled pinnacles at each end and crocketed finials. Originally there were two intermediate pinnacles, of which only the bases remain. The north side has diagonal buttresses at the angles, one intermediate and, towards the west, a porch. It is lighted by two three-light traceried windows with splayed fourcentred heads, the centre light trefoiled, the two outer cinquefoil; by a similar window on the east; and on the west by a trefoiled single light with a square head. The porch is timber-framed with a tiled roof, and the entrance has been fitted with a pair of modern doors. On both sides the timbering has been concealed, externally with roughcast and internally with plaster. The front retains its timbering, the entrance having a heavy moulded frame and four-centred head, carved spandrels and lintel, and a timber-framed gable plastered between the timbers. The door has a moulded four-centred head, square hood-mould, carved spandrels, and trefoil-panelled soffit and reveals which have been badly mutilated. In the centre of the hood-mould there is a shield with three swords (for Clarke).
The tower is built of light-coloured sandstone ashlar with a moulded plinth and battlemented parapet on a coved string-course; at each angle there are bases for pinnacles. It rises in four stages, diminished at each stage by weathered offsets on the north and south, and on the east and west at the first and half-way up the third only. At the angles there are diagonal buttresses rising in five stages and splayed off to a sharp edge, except at the third stages on the west side which have gabled trefoiled niches. The west doorway, in a deep wave-moulded splay, is constructed of red sandstone and has a moulded four-centred arch under a square head, with carved spandrels. It is flanked by wall aracading in two tiers of trefoil-headed roll-moulded panels. Above the doorway is a tall pointed traceried window of three cinquefoil lights with a hood-mould, the tracery and mullions being modern, and in the second stage a clock dial. The tower staircase is in the south-west angle, with a loop-light to each stage and a square-headed doorway opening on to the aisle roof. The belfry is lighted on each face by pointed traceried windows of two trefoil lights, and the ringing chamber by similar windows on the north and south.
Internally the floor of modern tiles has been laid to a continuous fall from east to west, probably taking the place of a series of steps, as the bases of the arcade pillars and windows are stepped down following the slope. The walls, except the arcades and tower, are plastered, the plaster being finished round all the aisle windows with scalloped edges.
The chancel (28 ft. 4 in. by 15 ft. 6 in.) has four steps from the nave and three to the altar in addition to the slope of the floor. The east wall has a dado of modern coloured embossed tiles, and the window a segmental pointed rear-arch. At the east end of the south wall there is a shallow recess with a segmental pointed stop-chamfered head, probably a blocked piscina. The lancet windows have splayed recesses with square heads, and the doorway a segmental pointed rear-arch. The roof is a modern hammer-beam, its trusses supported on carved stone corbels. It is continued under the chancel arch with twin trusses, panelled between with pierced panels and supported on slender stone shafts with carved capitals and moulded bases resting on moulded corbels.
The nave (48 ft. 3 in. by 17 ft. 7 in.) has a modern open roof with curved trusses resting on moulded timber corbels. Both arcades consist of five bays of pointed arches, of two splayed orders, supported on lozenge-shaped roll-moulded pillars, the arch splays dying out on the mouldings, which terminate in splayed stops on plain lozenge-shaped pedestals. At the junction of the south arcade with the chancel there is a circular stair up to a square-headed doorway which gave access to a rood, and half-way up there is a pointed opening to the aisle. It is lighted from the east by a small square-headed two-light window. The chancel arch is a modern pointed one, of two splayed orders, dying out on the north wall and on the south resting on a floriated corbel. The tower has a pointed arch of two splays to the tower and three to the nave, the inner order supported on three-quarter-round responds with moulded capitals and bases. The arch is of red sandstone with capitals of a light-coloured stone, and on the tower side in the apex there is a carving of an angel. The south-west angle is corbelled out in three steps for the tower staircase, the upper step being trefoiled, and below it there is a square-headed doorway. The pulpit and reading desk, of stone, are modern.
The south aisle (49 ft. by 12 ft. 9 in.) has a lowpitched open roof of five bays with moulded members and carved bosses in the centres of the tie-beams. It probably dates from the early 16th century; the boarding and some rafters are modern. The trusses rest on stone corbels on the south wall, and on the north the outer roll mouldings of the arcade pillars are carried up with capitals in place of corbels. At the east end, the north-east angle is splayed to accommodate the staircase to the rood. The windows have hollowmoulded reveals with four-centred rear-arches, the window to the east having its arch extended eastwards and carried down to form a recess. The east wall has an offset at sill level with a chamfered stone capping, and the window reveals are carried down as a recess. In the east window there are some fragments of early coloured glass consisting of two chalices and parts of a canopy.
The north aisle (45 ft. 7 in. by 9 ft. 11 in.) has a lean-to roof of five bays, of which two retain some of their original moulded members, probably early-16thcentury. The trusses are supported on stone corbels on the north wall and on square blocks of stone as capitals to the outer roll moulding of the arcade pillars. Over the door there is a painted coat of arms of George IV. The font, with a lead-lined basin, is built into the west side of the north arcade pillar opposite the door. It is of stone, with an octagonal moulded basin with paterae, and octagonal stem and base which has been rendered in cement. It has been re-dressed but is probably contemporary with the arcade. Near the door there is a small 17th-century oak chest with three hasps and fitted with lifting rings at each end. In the centre and east windows there are a few fragments of early glass, including a peacock and portions of a castle.
The tower (15 ft. 10 in. by 13 ft.) has a window with widely splayed reveals, and a rear-arch of two splayed orders; the recess is carried down to include the doorway.
In the chancel and aisles there are a number of 18thand 19th-century wall memorials.
There are five bells, all of 1705, by Joseph Smith of Edgbaston.
The registers begin in 1558.
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The church isn't level inside! It's well worth popping in. The VE Day memorial is very well done and worth a closer look.
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This church was one of the few buildings of stature that escaped destruction during the bombing raids of the second world war. It was not simply a lucky escape, however.... the vicar, Canon Graham Clitheroe, and a team of dedicated fire-fighters bravely averted the danger from the falling incendiaries during the heaviest raid on November 14th 1940. (https://www.historiccoventry.co.uk/tour/content.php?pg=trinity-ch)
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beautiful place to ride by, especially at sunrise or sunset. the greyhound pub is on the junction for a half time stop as well. can either head to Bedworth/nuneaton, back into Coventry Central or round to Longford.
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What a memorable place to remind us all onthe value of peace. And well done integration of the new church next to the remainders of the cathedral. On the downside: the amusement park like atmosphere in the cathedral ruins with e.g. an ice cream truck does not really honor the memory in my view.
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This church in Coventry was not dedicated to one of the many people we venerate as saints, but rather the ONE God in THREE persons - God the Father, God the Son (Jesus Christ) and God's Holy Spirit - was chosen as its patron saint. Father Reinhard Körner writes about the mystery of the Holy Trinity: "Among the great prayer-givers in the history of Christianity... I found prayer texts in which each of the divine three was explicitly addressed - in the same prayer. When I tried to repeat the texts, I could sense that these people had not only had God the Father, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit in mind individually - they were addressing a divine community. And it seemed to me that they could only do this in their written prayers because they did so otherwise, quietly in their hearts."
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This former church in Coventry was dedicated to the Archangel Michael. The name (from the Hebrew language) means "Who is like God?" He is often depicted - in paintings or as a statue - with a flaming sword, occasionally with a lance. Michael is - together with Raphael and Gabriel, and occasionally Uriel is also included - one of the three or four archangels who (according to human belief) occupy the highest rank in the heavenly hierarchy of angelic beings. Their common feast day in the calendar of saints is September 29th.
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The church dates from the 12th century and is the only Medieval church in Coventry that is still complete. It is 59 metres (194 ft) long and has a spire 72 metres (236 ft) high, one of the tallest non-cathedral spires in the UK. The church was restored in 1665–1668, and the tower was recased in 1826 by Thomas Rickman. The east end was rebuilt in 1786 and the west front by Richard Charles Hussey in 1843. The inside of the church was restored by George Gilbert Scott in 1854. WIKIPEDIA
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Hawkesbury Junction is a major waterways place at the junction of the Coventry Canal (Main Line - Coventry to Hawkesbury) with the Coventry Canal (Main Line - Hawkesbury to Fazeley) and the Oxford Canal (Northern Section - Main Line). Coventry Basin (Canal Terminus) is on the Coventry Canal (Main Line - Coventry to Hawkesbury), 5 miles and 4 furlongs to the southwest. Hawkesbury Engine House is on the Coventry Canal (Main Line - Hawkesbury to Fazeley), ½ furlongs to the northeast. Sutton Stop is on the Oxford Canal (Northern Section - Main Line), ½ furlongs to the east. It is the centre of Hawkesbury Junction. The nearest place in the direction of Coventry Basin is Hawkesbury Services; ¼ furlongs away. The nearest place in the direction of Hawkesbury Engine House is Hawkesbury Junction Gauging Stop; ¼ furlongs away. The nearest place in the direction of Sutton Stop is Hawkesbury Junction Bridge; a few yards away.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What historical sites can I visit around Shilton and Barnacle CP?
The area is rich in history. You can explore the Hawkesbury Canal Junction (Sutton Stop), a significant link in England's canal network for over 200 years. Other notable historical sites include St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley, dating from the 12th century, and the poignant Ruins of Coventry Cathedral (St Michael's Cathedral), a powerful reminder of historical events and the value of peace.
Are there family-friendly attractions in the Shilton and Barnacle CP area?
Yes, several attractions are suitable for families. The Hawkesbury Canal Junction (Sutton Stop) offers a chance to see canal boats and enjoy the canalside atmosphere. Historical churches like St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley and Ruins of Coventry Cathedral also welcome families, providing educational insights into the region's past.
What kind of religious buildings can I visit near Shilton and Barnacle CP?
The region features several historically significant religious buildings. These include St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley, a 12th-century parish church with 14th-century stained glass, and Holy Trinity Church, Coventry, which is the only complete medieval church in Coventry and boasts one of the tallest non-cathedral spires in the UK. You can also visit St John the Baptist Church, known for its 15th-century architecture and unique interior features.
Where can I go cycling around Shilton and Barnacle CP?
The area offers various cycling opportunities. You can find routes like the 'Coventry Canal Tunnel – Narrowboat on the Canal loop' or the 'Swan on Coventry Canal – Hawkesbury Junction loop'. For more options, explore the dedicated guides for Cycling around Shilton and Barnacle CP, Road Cycling Routes, and MTB Trails.
Are there pubs or places to eat near the attractions?
Yes, particularly near the canal network. The Hawkesbury Canal Junction (Sutton Stop) is home to the Greyhound Inn, a traditional canalside pub known for pub meals at weekends. This makes it a convenient spot for refreshments after exploring the junction.
What is special about the Hawkesbury Canal Junction?
The Hawkesbury Canal Junction (Sutton Stop) is a historically significant site, marking the northern termination of the Oxford Canal where it meets the Coventry Canal. It has been a crucial link in England's canal network for approximately 200 years and is a great place to observe canal life.
What makes St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley, unique?
St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley is notable for its 12th-century origins, with a later tower and surviving examples of 14th-century stained glass. It also holds a connection to literary history, as the grave of Isaac Pearson, uncle of Victorian novelist George Eliot, is located among its grounds.
What can I expect when visiting the Ruins of Coventry Cathedral?
The Ruins of Coventry Cathedral (St Michael's Cathedral) serve as a powerful and moving reminder of historical events, particularly the devastation of World War II, and stand as a symbol for peace. The site integrates the remains of the old cathedral with the modern church, offering a unique architectural and historical experience.
Are there any hidden gems or lesser-known attractions in the Shilton and Barnacle area?
While the main highlights are well-known, exploring the smaller, historic churches like St John the Baptist Church can offer a deeper dive into local heritage. Its 15th-century architecture and unique interior features, including a VE Day memorial, provide a quiet and reflective experience away from larger crowds.
What do visitors enjoy most about the attractions around Shilton and Barnacle CP?
Visitors particularly appreciate the historical depth and architectural beauty of the religious sites, such as the medieval churches. The canalside atmosphere and historical significance of the Hawkesbury Canal Junction are also highly valued, often combined with enjoying a meal at the local pub.
Can I find easy walks or circular routes near Shilton and Barnacle CP?
While specific easy walks or circular routes directly within Shilton and Barnacle CP are not detailed here, the presence of the canal network at Hawkesbury Canal Junction suggests opportunities for flat, linear walks along the towpaths. For more structured routes, consider exploring the cycling guides which often include paths suitable for walking, such as those found in the Cycling around Shilton and Barnacle CP guide.
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