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This little church was declared redundant in 1983, but was saved from secular use by the Romney Marsh Historic Churches Trust, which now maintains it.

St Christopher’s is an early 20th century building serving a parish to the east of Nottingham city centre.

Visit the church and learn about Thomas Retford, who courageously gave his life for opposing the king’s destruction of the monasteries.

This church consists of a western tower, nave, apsidal chancel, south porch and vestry, the inside walls are of red brick with black brick horizontal bands.

Much of this church was built during the 13th and 14th centuries; the tower was built in at least two distinct phases, with construction interrupted by the Black Death.

A magnificent medieval church boasting carved angels and tie beam roof; Olaudah Equiano, former slave and prominent abolitionist got married here in 1792.

Corfiato’s church is important as an advanced design showing the influence of the Liturgical Movement, and as a showcase of Art Sacré, notably the murals in the Lady Chapel by Jean Cocteau.

Consecrated in 1686 by Bishop Henry Compton (after whom Old Compton St is named) the original church was designed by William Talman, who worked under Sir Christopher Wren. In December 2016 our redesigned entrance, featuring our name in neon lights, was dedicated by the Bishop of London to ensure the church remains a visible presence in the community it serves.

The history of St Patrick’s is, shall we say, colourful.

A rural gem hidden away in valley of pasture and woodland.

The church sits in a hollow amidst the rolling hills of the Wolds situated between Bigby and Grasby.

Designed by H and HW Inwood in a Gothic style, famously criticised by Pugin, and built between 1824 and 1827.