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An active parish church in the rural village of Bosley, nestled between the Peak District hills and the plains of Cheshire, come see the Commonwealth War grave, ancient sundial, railway memorial, or just enjoy the tranquil setting.

The church was originally built in 1647 but virtually rebuilt in 1882 by the architect Edward Witts.

In 1826–27 this Commissioners Church was built as a chapel of ease to Great Budworth.

An 18th century Quaker Meeting House within a walled garden.

The village was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as ‘Ferlei’ or ‘Fereleia’ which is thought to mean either ‘lea of the ferns’ or ‘the far lea’.

St John's is an acknowledged gem which has the appearance and polish of a miniature Cathedral.

Described as an 'architectural gem' and considered by Cardinal Bourne to be the most beautiful Catholic church in England!

Our church building, opened in 1819 originally seated 1500, oday the interior has been tastefully reordered to make it suitable for a wider range of activities for people of all ages; there are activities most days of the week and the church is opened regularly for viewing.

This simple chapel has been here for over 300 years, it is the oldest independent non conformist chapel with continuous worship in the country.