Set among quiet lanes, ancient hedgerows, and peaceful rolling countryside, our historic rural churches offer a place of comfort, dignity, and reflection for funeral and memorial services. Branston Church, Croxton Kerrial Church, Harston Church, Knipton Church, Saltby Church & Sproxton Church each hold centuries of prayer within their walls, from Saxon stone carvings to Norman towers and medieval craftsmanship. These sacred spaces, situated in the counties of Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, Nottinghamshire, and Rutland, lie close to the towns and villages of Grantham, Melton Mowbray, Oakham, Uppingham, Bottesford, Belvoir, Buckminster, and Waltham on the Wolds, and remain easily accessible from Nottingham, Leicester, and Peterborough. Whether arranging a simple, intimate farewell or a larger service for family and friends, each of our churches offers a gentle, timeless setting in which to honour a loved one’s life.

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The surrounding area offers a thoughtful selection of venues for hosting a wake or gathering after the service. Families may choose from refined venues such as Stapleford Park, Barnsdale Lodge, Hambleton Hall, Greetham Valley, or The Olive Branch in Clipsham, each offering peaceful surroundings and attentive hospitality. There are also many welcoming pubs close to our churches that provide private rooms or quiet areas suitable for wakes, including The Manners Arms in Knipton, The Red Lion in Stathern, The Windmill in Redmile, The Nags Head in Harston, and The Gregory Arms near Grantham. Whether you’re seeking a tranquil fine-dining venue, a comfortable countryside inn, or a familiar local pub, the region offers sensitive, accommodating places to gather, remember, and share stories.

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If you are arranging a funeral or memorial service and feel one of our Framland churches may be the right place to say goodbye, we are here to support you with compassion and care. Our clergy and church wardens will guide you through every step — from planning readings and music to coordinating with funeral directors, florists, and local hosts for the wake. To begin arranging a funeral or memorial service, please complete the enquiry form below or contact us directly, and we will be in touch to assist you. We are committed to helping you create a service that is respectful, heartfelt, and truly honouring of your loved one’s life.