Church trusts & contacts

Use these links and contacts to learn more about churches in Britain and help you locate churches to visit.

Sherborne Abbey

Churches Conservation Trust (www.visitchurches.org.uk/) is responsible for conserving 337 churches of outstanding historic, architectural or archaeological importance.

The Open Churches Trust (www.openchurchestrust.org.uk/Churches.htm) has helped over 300 places of worship to open their doors, including Anglican, Roman Catholic, Unitarian, Baptist and Jewish.

The Historic Chapels Trust (www.hct.org.uk/) looks after historic buildings of other non-Anglican denominations or faiths, including Nonconformist chapels, Roman Catholic churches, synagogues and private Anglican chapels.

Methodist Heritage (www.forsaith-oxon.demon.co.uk/methodist-heritage/) invites people belonging to all faiths to share the story of this movement from its early days in the 18th century right up to today.

The Baptist Historical Society (www.baptisthistory.org.uk/index.html) offers advice and information about Baptist Heritage in Britain.

Whatever your interests you will find something very special when you visit an historic church; breathtaking architecture, brilliant stained glass, fascinating monuments, exquisite craftsmanship, or simply the inspiration of a serene and peaceful place.

Legoland in Windsor

Get your Great British Heritage Pass

For any of you garden lovers or those planning a history or heritage themed trip around Britain, the essential "buy before you leave" product is the Great British Heritage Pass. Providing free entry into over 600 castles, gardens and stately homes across the length and breadth of Britain, it really is the key to unlocking Britain's secrets.

For full details and to order click here

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