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There has been a place of worship in Goathland, on the North Yorkshire Moors, for at least eight centuries. The present building, which was completed in 1896, was designed by Mr Walter H Brierly of York who said of his creation: ‘The qualities of simplicity, breadth and sturdiness were felt to be especially required for such a bleak moorland situation, and were aimed at in the design'.

St Mary's church has the privilege of nestling close to one the loveliest stretches of the River Thames.

St Mary's Church, Portsea stands on the oldest church site on Portsea Island, Hampshire, England, with a history stretching back to the 11th century. Archaeological research indicates that there was a church here in 650, although 1170 is the earliest date in recorded history.

A jewel inspired by the chapel of French kings.

The church of St Mary dates from 1150. It is believed to have been built by the masons that were employed by the castle and whether this is true or not what is certain is that it is the place where they would have worshiped.

Situated prominently in the heart of the village, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. St Mary's is the only church actually on the course of Hadrian's Wall. Originally constructed in the late 13th century using stone from Hadrian's wall it is built on the top of a Norman 'Motte and Bailey' and on the site of a Roman milecastle.

The Christian community has worshiped continuously on the site occupied by the church for well over 800 years. The first church may have built here in Saxon times, when Bristol first became a port. The original quayside was just across the road, below the red sandstone cliff from which this area gets its name. The present church is a treasure of international importance, a Grade I listed building that is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture.

Standing in the market place, this is believed to be the third church built on the site. Built in the 13th century, the oldest part is the low tower which is surmounted by a small spirelet that is completely out of proportion with the rest of the building!

St Mary's is a beautiful church dating back to the 12th century. It is nestled in the green belt between the cities of Cardiff and Newport, in the centre of Marshfield village. Its rural character makes it a beautiful setting for weddings, baptisms and other celebrations.

Prestwich is not mentioned in the Domesday Book but there is evidence of a church on the site from at least 1200. The tower was built in about 1500 by the 1st Earl of Derby, and the body of the church was rebuilt during the early part of the 16th century. In 1872 a new chapel, the Birch Chapel, was added to the south of the chancel and to the east of the existing south Lever chapel; the Lever Chapel was rebuilt two years later.