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A little village is divided by the River Avon between Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.
The old church has a pinnacled 15th century tower, carved roof beams, 15th century screenwork, old glass and monuments. The organ apparently left behind by Cromwell.
Near the river is a monument to Percy Pilcher, a pioneer of flying, who was killed near here in an accident in 1899.
Stanford Hall, across the Leicestershire border is a notable Queen Anne mansion.
- Type:
- Landmark