Heritage Open Day: Welcome to Heritage Open Days in Rothwell Come and explore the historic medieval parish church of Rothwell. A continuous place of worship in the heart of Rothwell since 1130 AD. Look out for other events in the town on the same day. Holy Trinity Church Rothwell is a fascinating architectural time piece. Within its walls is evidence of its Saxon predecessor that survived until the arrival of the Great Danish Army.
The Church was rebuilt in 1130 in a Norman style by the de Lacy family. It was typical of early medieval churches, having a weeping chancel and, in the later Middle Ages, aisles and chapels were added. In the same period the church tower was constructed followed, in the 15th century, by the ornate roof.