Nights in the Nave: A Champing Podcast

Nights in the Nave: A Champing Podcast

6 Episodes

Step into the world of "Champing" - camping overnight in historic churches cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust. Join host Victoria Jenner as she invites a new guest to join her for a night in a different church each week.

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Nights in the Nave: A Champing Podcast
  • Nights in the Nave: A Good Knight's Sleep

    Episode 1

    Experience the unique concept of "champing" - camping overnight in historic churches - as we journey to a medieval church in the charming village of Aldwincle. Join host Victoria Jenner as she invites a new guest each week to spend the night within ancient walls, exploring the secrets and mysteri...

  • Nights in the Nave: Sleep like a Tudor

    Episode 2

    Join Victoria Jenner on a journey to the past in our latest episode, as she uncovers the secrets of a rare church built during Queen Mary I's reign. With local charm and historical intrigue, we also delve into the fascinating world of sleep care practices in 16th-century Lancashire with special g...

  • Nights in the Nave: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

    Episode 3

    Join host Victoria Jenner on an exciting journey to St Mary's in Edlesborough, a magnificent church nestled in the stunning Dunstable Downs countryside. Discover the allure of Victorian art and architecture, as Victoria visits a new exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum. But that's not all - get rea...

  • Nights in the Nave: An Arthurian Knight to Remember

    Episode 4

    Join host Victoria Jenner on a mystical journey to St Cuthbert's Church in Holme Lacy, Herefordshire. Immerse yourself in the legends of King Arthur as you enter this enchanting church filled with ancient artifacts and grand monuments to his knights. Let the story of Archibald Lucas-Tooth, a fall...

  • Nights in the Nave: Searching for a Shadow Church

    Episode 5

    Welcome to the penultimate episode of our gripping series, where host Victoria Jenner takes you on a journey through history. In this episode, we invite you to explore the forgotten village of Wolfhampcote, and its haunting church that has refused to die. Joined by renowned author Matthew Green, ...

  • Nights in the Nave: A Medieval Pilgrim's Tale

    Episode 6

    Prepare for an epic and final journey as host Victoria Jenner embarks on her last sleepover adventure with renowned historian, Helen Carr. Together, they venture to the ancient All Saints church, perched atop a hill overlooking the murky River Parrett and the remnants of a long-lost Benedictine a...