Greater Manchester

The highlight is the stunning Epiphany reredos and the number of stone heads hidden around the building. The church is the Garrison Church of the Lancashire Fusiliers.

The medieval stained glass telling the story of St Helena and her search for the True Cross is unique in the north of England and amongst the best in the country,

Manchester Cathedral has been centre stage in its city's history for nearly 600 years. In 1421 Henry V signed a royal charter granting permission for a collegiate church to be built.

This vast and stunning masterpiece of the Gothic revival is the only Grade I listed Catholic church in Manchester.

The settlement opened in 1785, planned and built by its own people with inn, bakery, farm, laundry, fire engine, night watchman, inspector of weights, an overseer of roads and physician.

For at least 800 years the church has attracted an increasing number of visitors to share in history and link with the thousands of people who have found solace and comfort within its walls.

The first church designed by the architect Nugent Francis Cachemaille Day.

St Mary’s is the only major work in the northwest by Sir Ninian Comper and is well worth a visit.

One of Bodley’s best churches, the interior is stunning. Known locally as the 'Miners Cathedral' it is one of the greatest and most moving of all Victorian churches.