Bridge URC
Otley, Yorkshire
Replacing an earlier Independent chapel dating from 1826, the present church building was erected in 1899.
This enchanting Norman church, with a stone roof and grey sandstone walls, has fine views over Wharfedale.
The church seems to have grown out of the harsh land on which it stands. Except for a porch, bellcote and vestry, its original Norman shape and many original features are retained.
The splendid chancel arch, some of the windows and the well carved font are all Norman; the roof is late medieval and the robust oak pews are from about 1600.
Restoration has been minimal, leaving this as an enchanting place of great antiquity.