standrewpaull
There has been a Church at Paull since 1155AD. The site of the original church is unknown. We do know that it was near the village and on the banks of the Humber.
In the Patents Roll in the 14th century it was described as “almost entirely broken down and inundated”. About this time it was lost to the Humber.
The current site was given on which to build a new Church. The work began in 1355 and the church of St Andrew has been standing proudly above the village of Paull, East Yorkshire, since that time.
During 2009 major restoration work was carried out. A new roof to the knave, re-pointing work to the west wall of the tower and some of the external walls. The bell was lowered and repaired.
It has a wonderful history and more information can be obtained by visiting the Church and the Heritage Trail around the Village. During 2009 it underwent some major restoration work. The nave roof was replaced, the west wall of the tower pointed along with areas of the external church walls. Internally the plasterwork was completely renovated and painted. The church bell was lowered, renovated and rung once again after a period of over 20 years in silence. Restoration work on rural churches is never complete.
The restoration work was completed in December 2009 and on Sunday January 10th 2010 the Archbishop of York, Dr John Sentamu, came to St Andrews Church,Paull to bless the work and thank everyone for their efforts. At the time of the the service and amazing £237,000 had been raised of which £81,000 came from the efforts of the local community of only 600 people. £81,000 was given by English Heritage and the balance donated by various charities and organisations.
During 2009 a new disabled toilet was installed together with a small kitchen area that will serve our new “Riverside Pop In Cafe” situated at the west end of the Chuch. Visitors can now enjoy some refresments, biscuits and homemade cakes etc and use the toilet facilities. The Church and the Cafe will be open to visitors every Saturday, Sunday and Bank Holiday between 2 and 4 pm from Sunday 27th March 2011 until Saturday 29th October 2011.
‘Riverside Pop In Cafe’ The ideal place to relax and enjoy the wonderful views over the River Humber. A guide is available to take you around the church and explain some of the history. It is also the starting point for the Heritage Trail. A booklet (which can be obtained from the Church £2,50) will guide you on a 1 1/2 hour walk around the village and explains all the ancient history of the rural fishing community.
