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St. Wilfrid’s is a beautiful medieval building on Church Lane and, at one time, was an outpost for the Knights Hospitallers of St John.

Wilfrid’s is a beautiful medieval building on Church Lane, overlooking the Trent valley. The Church, at one time, was an outpost for the Knights Hospitallers of St John, and has many interesting features, old and new. The Knights Hospitallers, who were given our Church and surrounding land in 1165, were a change-making presence in our small village. These Knights played a major role in the crusades, had great political influence throughout European history, had large estates across the continent, and at one time were the largest landowners in England. Research shows only two British churches developed by the Hospitallers remain structurally unchanged since the Order was dissolved in 1540; our Church is one of these. We want to preserve and celebrate this important heritage site, transforming it into a multi-function building fit for research, education and community use, with the ability to sustain itself. We possess a rare and wonderful piece of Hospitaller property. Preserving it, and investigating its influence internationally and locally, will provide a central point for scholars and an educational resource on mediaeval England in what has been a hidden history.

06/09/2026

HERITAGE OPEN DAYS - EVERYDAY HISTORIES & SMALL CURIOSITIES

Join us at St Wilfrid’s on Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th September, 12 noon–4pm, as part of this year’s Heritage Open Days.

This year’s theme explores the everyday histories of working lives, with the chance to discover more about the people and stories that have shaped our village.

Explore the churchyard and find out more about the community archaeology dig taking place around the village, with preliminary findings hopefully on display.

Step inside St Wilfrid’s to discover some of its small curiosities, including fascinating features dating back to Anglo-Saxon times.

And of course, there’ll be delicious cream teas available throughout the weekend!

Free entry- no booking required

Come along, explore, discover and enjoy a taste of our village’s fascinating heritage. We’d love to see you there!

29/08/2026

As we head into autumn, we have a fantastic programme of events, talks and heritage open days coming up at St Wilfrid’s

September highlights:

Heritage Open Days - 12th & 13th September
Discover the everyday histories and small curiosities of our village and church, with fascinating displays and a chance to learn more about Barrow upon Trent’s past. Plus, cream teas will be available!

George Eliot with Lesley Smith - Friday 25th September, 7.30pm

An entertaining look at the remarkable life of George Eliot, including her unconventional private life and literary career. Tickets £15, including prosecco and luxury chocolate.

And there’s plenty more to come from our Heritage Talks throughout the autumn…

Wednesday 2nd September – James Brindley, canal engineer
Wednesday 7th October – The Victorian Way

We’d love to welcome you along, whether you’re a local history enthusiast, curious about our village’s past, or simply looking for an interesting evening out!

Come along, discover something new and support our beautiful village church.

Not long to go until our next fantastic event at St Wilfrid’s. To get your tickets email stwilfridsbarrow@gmail.com. We ...

02/07/2026

Not long to go until our next fantastic event at St Wilfrid’s. To get your tickets email [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us on Friday 17 July at 7:30pm for a gripping evening as Gareth Williams explores the life of Eirik Bloodaxe -warrior king, ruler of Norway and England, and a figure shrouded in myth and mystery.

Drawing on years of research, Gareth (former British Museum curator and Viking expert) brings a vivid and realistic portrait of Eirik, the brutal power struggles of the 10th century, and the influence of the formidable Queen Gunnhild.

Tickets: £15 (includes a glass of prosecco and a luxury chocolate)
To book email [email protected].

02/05/2026

28/04/2026

Join us on Friday 15 May at 7:30pm for a powerful evening with Lesley Smith, bringing to life the remarkable story of Peggy Knight, a young woman who went from shorthand typist in North London to parachuting into Nazi-occupied France as part of the SOE.

With just two weeks’ training and one practice jump, Peggy showed unimaginable courage, even cycling straight through enemy lines.

Her story is rarely told - but it won’t be forgotten.

Tickets: £15 (includes a glass of prosecco and a luxury chocolate)
To book email [email protected].

23/04/2026

Sadly we have had to cancel the summer film nights we had planned for this year. This is as a result of equipment issues.

We shall, of course, let you know when we can recommence.

Again, our apologies.

15/04/2026

Last chance to get tickets for this fantastic event!

Enjoy Derbyshire Community Male Voice Choir at St Wilfrid's.
Join us for a fantastic evening of music ranging from musicals, popular and opera songs. Tickts cost £15 per person, to book email [email protected]

Address

Church Lane
Derby
DE737HB

Website

http://www.stwilfridsbarrow.org/

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