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A ‘hidden gem’ church, Grade II listed, with links to adjacent Rufford Old Hall (National Trust).

The treasures inside include two notable medieval monuments to past rectors, the most prominent is of William de Harrington, who died around 1350, dressed in cassock and hood with a skull cap, his feet are supported on a bracket decorated with a green man and his head on a pillow supported on two angels.

Visit the church and learn about Thomas Retford, who courageously gave his life for opposing the king’s destruction of the monasteries.

This lovely church is 12th century, the village is mentioned in the Domesday Book (1086) as Austin.

Three for the price of one at this important holy site.

St Laurence’s is probably the oldest building in Chorley and like most ancient parish churches in England has played a central role in the history of its local community.

Georgian and was built out of limestone in 1754, the church is widely regarded as one of the smallest complete churches in England with a nave just 21ft long, the tiny apsidal chancel gives some idea of the scale.

The church is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. A church of some kind has stood here on this site for over 1,000 years.

St Margaret's at Langton was much restored also in 1890 though a little medieval stonework remains in the north aisle, visible from outside if you cannot get in.

Beautiful medieval church sitting in the centre of the village with beautiful architecture and historical links to John Winthrop, Pilgrim Father and First Governor of Massachusetts.

St Julitta's dates back to Norman times and nestles peacefully in a river valley set in an ancient landscape.

Beautiful church sitting in open countryside, next to a great village pub and onetime home to John Winthrop, Pilgrim Father and First Governor of Massachusetts.