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After passing the splendid churchyard yew (over 1,000 years old), the latched door in the 14th century porch opens to reveal a church with a wall painting of St Christopher.

A visit to see this masterpiece of the Decorated style is an exceptional experience.

A Grade I listed church with ancient chests inside and table top tombs outside.

A most dramatic piece of early 20th century ecclesiastical architecture.

A Saxon church with a rood screen linked to Thornton Abbey, the church has been the centre of village life for nearly 1000 years and is home to a family of bats and several swarms of honey bees.

Though erected in the 13th century, the present structure is believed to occupy a Saxon site, as it is recorded that Edwine, a Northumbrian chief who became a monk, died in 801 and was buried in the monastery of Gainford in the church.

Highlights include the Crusader Tombs from 1170 and a memorial to King Philip of England, ever heard of him before?

This noble medieval building remains the dominant architectural feature of this ancient market town. Its handsome tower and tall spire is strikingly visible.

A little brick built Anglican church standing by the side of a quiet country lane.

Beautiful tranquil rural setting overlooking river Tees, on walking and cycling routes.

Built of greenstone in the early English style, St Margaret is partly 13th century with traces of Norman and the external features mainly Victorian.

A fine medieval church with extensive 19th century restorations.