The Anglican and Methodist Church of St Giles was twice targeted by arson when rubbish was set on fire at its entrances—causing damage to the church door and prompting police appeals for information.
St Giles Church in Desborough, Northamptonshire, England, was targeted in two attempted arson attacks, first overnight between November 11-12, 2025, and again between November 26-27, 2025, when rubbish was set alight at the entrances of the church and the neighboring community center, causing damage to the church door. Northamptonshire Police confirmed the incidents and urged vigilance. Church leaders also appealed to the public to report suspicious activity, underscoring concerns about repeated targeting of Christian sites in the area.