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There has been a place of worship on the cathedral site since at least the 8th century, although no part of any building earlier than the 11th century bishop's chapel survives. The medieval cathedral was not monastic; the governing body, known as the Dean and Chapter, were not monks but secular priests who led active lives in the world. They employed the Vicars Choral, a body of clergy who lived a collegiate life in the Vicars' Cloister, to sing the daily services for them.

Hexham Abbey is one of the earliest seats of Christianity in England. We have been welcoming visitors to our site for more than 1,300 years. With a host of historical artefacts and treasures, visitors will feel inspired by the sense of heritage, worship and community unique to this beautiful place.

The Higher Crumpsall Synagogue in Salford in Manchester is an Ashkenazi synagogue built in 1928-29 by architects Pendleton and Dickinson. This stone building in the Neo-Classical style now serves as an educational institution. The building was recently restored between 2004 and 2007.

Holy Trinity Church is a Georgian Church in the heart of Leeds City centre. Funded by the local parishioners, the foundation stone was laid on 25th August 1722 and it was consecrated 5 years later by the Archbishop of York on 27th August 1727. It is therefore exactly 290 years old.

The church in Crediton has a history as long as that of any church in Devon. It can be traced in written records back to the early 10th century, and if an 11th century copy of a charter of 739AD is authentic, to almost two centuries earlier. In 739AD Aethelheard, king of the West Saxons, granted land for a monastery. In the early 900's a cathedral was built, almost certainly of wood.

The church situated in an elevated position with superb views of Shropshire and is surrounded by mature beech and Spanish chestnut trees. On early spring days the churchyard is carpeted with snowdrops and then daffodils.

The dedication to The Holy Paraclete is unique in England.

Holy Trinity is potentially located on the site of an earlier Saxon Minster, however building of the current church commenced in the early 12th century. The subterranean charnel chapel houses one of only two remaining in situ medieval ossuaries (collections of human bones) in England.

This ancient church has been at the top of the High Street for centuries, welcoming local people as well as folk from all over the world. It is the parish church for the town and as such is involved in many major events in the town. There was no trace of a church in the Domesday Survey but it is thought that Robert de Romille, founded the church when he built the first Skipton Castle.

Ancient village church with a thriving local congregation and community.