Visitor guide

Cumbria has a history of invasion and settlement; the Romans, Anglo Saxons, Vikings, Normans and Border Rievers have each left their story in it's church buildings.

Cornwall’s churches are rarely simple buildings nestling into the landscape, they are assertive structures with heaven thrusting spires or towers.

Join us on our exploration of sacred Wales.
Ymunwch â ni wrth i ni archwilio Cymru sanctaidd.

In all corners of Devon, not only will you find quaint villages and exquisite cream teas, you’ll also find tremendous examples of history.

Churches nestling in picturesque villages, hidden hamlets and bustling market towns hide secrets of the area’s history and heritage.

Visit Lincolnshire to experience a rich heritage hidden in over 700 churches.

It comes as little surprise that the oldest buildings in Greater Manchester are all churches.

Known as the county of Spires and Squires for centuries, Northamptonshire is crammed with magnificent churches and great country houses.

Noted for its myths and legends, Nottinghamshire's past is woven around its abundance of magnificent medieval churches.

History in Wiltshire is not just ancient, come today and you can walk through time.

2020 is the 400th anniversary of the departure of the Mayflower from the UK to the 'New World', discover the wonder of the Mayflower's sacred heritage.

The shortlists for the 2019 UK Church Architecture Awards have been announced.

Thousands of churches will be taking part across 13th-22nd September offering you chance to see behind closed doors and try new experiences.

Then why not take time out this summer and visit one of the many spectacular Flower Festivals taking place up and down the country.

Take lots, all about light, clutter check, chop check, set focus and exposure, get closer, hold steady, hold straight, avoid flash.

Rule of thirds, leading lines, flat lays, foreground interest, frames in the environment, reflections, birds eye view, worms eye view, symmetry.

Faces, seasons, natural wonders, one detail, minimal, hints and intrigue, golden hour, children, animals, your people, candid, panoramics.

Email from phone, leave space for text, combine text and images, marketing, online, practicalities.

Importance of video, landscape is king, power, hold steady, sound, straighten up, lighting, focus, exposure, background, takes, copyright, model release.

Audience, aims, storyboard, script, varying the shot, rule of thirds, cutaways, using text, subtitles, timelapse, slow motion, narration.

Transferring files, video editing, iMovie, YouTube, Facebook, Facebook live, Instagram, optimising for search, #explorechurches, sharing, QR codes, play in church.

Exploring YouTube, SmartHistory, Bald Explorer, VagaBrothers, York Museums Trust, V&A, English Heritage, National Trust, get teenagers & children involved, recreations.