Churches in Yorkshire

Rievaulx_abbey200 From tiny chapels and Medieval market town churches, to magnificent Minsters - Yorkshire has it all.

Whether you are interested in regional history and heritage or simply seeking a place of peace and tranquility, the region's churches will not disappoint. These impressive and inspirational buildings offer a warm welcome to visitors and an insight into the area's rich and diverse cultural heritage.

Just as important to the communities they serve are the many parish churches, chapels and places of worship that are scattered across the region. Leave the main roads and take the time to explore some of Yorkshire's best kept secrets.

York Minster has traces of every age from the Roman occupation of York and is the largest Gothic Cathedral north of the Alps.
Beverley Minster, the tomb attracted pilgrims from far and wide.
Ripon Cathedral is a wonderfully atmospheric building that inspired the likes of Lewis Carroll and Wilfred Owen.
St Hildas Church in Ampleforth is mentioned in the Domesday Survey of 1086.
St John the Evangelist, Denby. Denby was a Danish settlement dating back to the 9th century and is mentioned in the Domesday Book.
The Church of St Michael & All Angels at Barton-le-Street - described by Pevsner as 'A sumptuous small Norman church, rebuilt without any restraint'.

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