St Andrew's Church, Kildwick, lit up at night (Image: Lesley Tate)
THE more than 1,000 year old St Andrew’s Church, Kildwick, is open to visitors on most days, when the building is not in use, from about 10 am until about 2 pm.
St Andrew’s is an ancient church mentioned in the 1087 Domesday Book. It is steeped in history, and has parts of 10th century Christian crosses, to a letter from Florence Nightingale, to an ancient parish chest, to a monument of a Knight Templar, and much more.
A spokesperson for the church said: "Do come and visit us and see over 1,000 years of history for yourself.
St Andrew’s church is classified as a “Major Church” in the Church of England, alongside the Cathedrals and some of the most important parish churches in the country.
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