Church of Saints Peter and Paul, Olney, Buckinghamshire

This 14th century church has an unusual spire and the interior retains some 14th century features. It has a strong connection with John Newton, slave trader and clergyman, who preached here. William Cowper, poet and abolitionist, also has a connection. The unusual setting of the church, at the end of the town, remains largely unchanged since the 18th century.

Location

Buckinghamshire Olney

Period

Medieval (Middle Ages) (1066 - 1484)

Tags

church religion faith building architecture slavery abolition slave trade