Investigating Holy Rood Churchyard

Holy Rood Church in Packingtonhas roots going back to the late 11th century, with parts of the current building possibly dating to that era, though the church was formally founded around 1220. The Grade II* listed building features a late 11th or early 13th-century tower and has undergone various extensions and restorations over the centuries, notably a 19th-century chancel and a late 20th-century conversion of the rear pews into a meeting space.The church has a long history of service to the Packington community, serving as a local hub for many centuries.