Monument record 1160/0/591 - Jewish Synagogue, Overstone Road
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Summary
Northampton's Hebrew Congregation was formally founded in 1888 and acquired a prefabricated building on Overstone Road from the New Jerusalem Church in 1890. It was rebuilt in 1966
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Full Description
{1} Northampton's Hebrew Congregation was formally established in 1888, although a permananent place of worship wasn't acquired until 1890 with the purchase of a prefabricated iron and wood building on Overstone Road from the New Jerusalem Church. It was rebuilt in 1966.
{2} In 1910, the synagogue was an iron structure that could seat 150 people.
<1> General reference for websites, https://www.jewishgen.org/jcr-uk/community/northampton/index.htm [Accessed 29/07/2025] (Website). SNN116607.
<2> Kelly, Directory for Northamptonshire, 1910 p. 154 (Directory). SNN105309.
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Location
| Grid reference | Centred SP 7582 6094 (25m by 22m) |
|---|---|
| Civil Parish | NORTHAMPTON |
| Unitary Authority | West Northamptonshire |
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
Record last edited
Oct 14 2026 9:00AM
