St Catherine’s Church is in a quiet spot, at the end of an unmade track, and away from the village of Fritton itself. The church itself dates to the medieval period, with an early round tower, Norman doorway, interesting later medieval wall paintings, panel paintings and font.
The churchyard has a woodland feel to it, and is shaded by mature trees on the boundaries. The churchyard, which is accessed through a covered arch, is at its best in the spring with the presence of masses of spring plants. Plants of note within the churchyard include scattered oxeye daisy, Lady’s bedstraw, pignut, primrose, cowslip, as well as both bulbous buttercup and Goldilock’s buttercup.
Best time to visit
During both spring and summer, to catch the full range of wildlife species. The bulbous buttercups, primroses and barren strawberries will probably be at their best in spring, while to see many of the beautiful butterflies visit in summer.
Associated groups
St Catherine’s is part of the Hempnall group of churches.
http://www.hempnallgroup.co.uk/churches-and-church-life/our-villages8997/fritton/
Get involved?
To find out more about practical help needed in the churchyard, please contact the churchwarden.
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