The building was largely rebuilt in the 14th century, and the belltower and several Decorated Gothic features survive from this time.

[7] In 1874 the chancel and nave were partly rebuilt under the direction of the Gothic Revival architects Charles Buckeridge and J.L.

[9] Henry II Knight, also of Reading,[8] cast the treble bell in 1664.

[9] St Nicholas' also has a Sanctus bell that Thomas Chandler of Drayton Parslow[8] cast in 1723.

[11] St Nicholas' church was closed in 1987 and reopened for worship in 1991.

[13] In March 2016 an earthquake centred on Emmington was felt for miles around.