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Wombwell, mentioned in the Doomsday Survey of 1086 as Wambella, increased its population dramatically in the 19th century with the development of coal mines and other industries.

It is not sure when the first church was built at Skelbrooke as the village is mentioned in the Domesday Book but there is no mention of a church.

A Victorian gem at the southern end of the Pennine Way.

St Peter’s once was one of the richest livings in the country, thanks to Tithe income, endowments and mineral royalty payments.

Dubbed 'The Cathedral of the Wolds', the tower of All Saints defines Pocklington from miles around and its interior is the focal point for visitors to the town, many who are tracing their family roots.

The church dates back to the 11th century, although much of the present church is 13th century.

An historic church with numerous stained glass windows depicting biblical and local scenes, ancient frescoes and a very warm welcome, founded in the 13th century and serving the community of Rhuddlan ever since.

'St John's is a veritable treasure house' (The Work of John Douglas by Edward Hubbard 1991).

St Nicholas church is a beautiful 15th century building set in Sheffield's Peak District, with many interesting features: glass, stonework, and woodwork.

St Saviour’s is the memorial church to Parkin Jeffcock, a mining engineer who was killed during rescue operations after the Oaks Colliery Disaster in 1866.

The church building occupies a dominant site in the village.