St Peter & St Paul

An important church with Norman and Saxon features, clerestory and medieval carvings.

Drax, Yorkshire

Opening times

Opening times are under review, however our intention outside of COVID restrictions is to have the building open to visitors in daylight hours.

Address

Main Road
Drax
Yorkshire
YO8 8NJ

Drax church is a heritage site full of historical interest, in the middle of scenic walks and surrounded by a large graveyard which is popular with family historians, as well as hosting War Memorial sites.

In spring we have snowdrops and celebrate Remembrance Sunday with a sea of knitted poppies.

  • Captivating architecture

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Wildlife haven

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Bus stop within 100m

  • Dog friendly

  • Level access to the main areas

  • Parking within 250m

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Church of England

  • Foundation Grant, £923, 2021

  • Our Foundation Grants fund urgent maintenance work and small repairs to help keep churches open.

Contact information

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