2010
SK2650 : Holy Trinity Church, Kirk Ireton
taken 14 years ago, near to Kirk Ireton, Derbyshire, England
Holy Trinity Church, Kirk Ireton
Kirk Ireton's Holy Trinity Church dates back to Norman times with the earliest parts being the 3 bayed south and north arcades. It has an interesting custom known as 'roping for weddings', when the village children put a rope across the road and the bride and groom are not allowed to leave the church until a toll has been paid in silver by the groom.
Kirk Ireton village still celebrates a Wakes week, which starts on Trinity Sunday, the church's patronal festival. A procession of villagers is led by a local brass band, from the Barley Mow pub to the church for thanksgiving.
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