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St Nicholas’ Church – Carrickfergus

3 Market Place
Carrickfergus
Northern Ireland
BT38 7AW
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St Nicholas' Church
St Nicholas Church
St Nicholas Church
St Nicholas' Church
St Nicholas Church
St Nicholas Church

St Nicholas’ Church was established on this site in 1182 by the Anglo Norman, John De Courcy.   This building is steeped in history and just a short stroll from the town centre and Carrickfergus Castle.

A small window in the chancel is known as the “leper window”, history tells us that those afflicted with disease were allowed to sit outside the window to hear the Church service.  Inside you will find a monument made of alabaster and marble, dating back to 1625, this memorial depicts Sir Arthur Chichester, his wife Lady Lettice Perrot, the casket of their baby son and a small statue of Sir John Chichester.  The aisle in the Church is crooked or “skew” as it is commonly known, was deliberately created in this form to represent the head of Jesus on the Cross falling to the right.  There are many impressive stained glass windows throughout the church dating back to the 16th century, a unique array of colours and style to enchant any visitor.  The bell tower was erected after the 1st world war in memory of the men of Carrickfergus who lost their lives.

For tours or further information, please contact the Church Office Monday to Friday 9.00am to 12.00pm.

St Nicholas’ Church – Carrickfergus

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3 Market Place
Carrickfergus
Northern Ireland
BT38 7AW
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