The Earls Barton Methodist Church
The largest church building in the village and based on Broad Street, Earls Barton. The church building itself is over 200 years old and is home to many village groups including the 1st Earls Barton Boy's Brigade, The Badminton Club and Wives group. Through the year the Methodist Church hosts many in house events including Leek Pie Lunch and the annual Bazaar.
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