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Opened for worship in 1776, the church is most famously associated with William Wilberforce and the group of friends known to history as 'the Clapham Sect'.

We are a lively and diverse community in the heart of Clapham Park.

History, brasses and William Morris tiles.

A warm welcome awaits you no one is turned away.

The present building dates back to the 13th century, but there is reason to believe that a church existed before this date and certainly by 1190.

Clare's church, built in the centre of the little town with handsome house on all sides, is a large building in the Perpendicular style, reflecting the prosperous times in which it was built.

The church has pride of place in this historic hilltop village, making a photogenic composition with the black and white houses around it.

You will find St Mary's Claxby on a back lane with glorious views north across the Wolds towards Nettleton Top.