Olney - Church of St Peter and St Paul

The Church of St Peter and St Paul is a tall and well-lit place of worship with a soaring 14th century broach-spire, studded with small windows, surmounting the tower is an elegant sight seen from the meadows beside the Great Ouse.

Gracefully traceried high windows distinguish the early 14th century interior.

Associations with 18th century poet William Cowper include the 'Olney Hymn' he wrote with reformed slave trader John Newton, which is sung during the service following Olney's Shrove Tuesday pancake race an endearing portrait in stained glass with his three pet hares and, in the churchyard, tombstones by his friend James Andrews.