List of English churches

List of English churches is a list of notable churches in England. England has many old and important churches, some of which are famous for their architecture, history, or role in the community.

Examples of notable churches

Some well-known churches in England include:

• Canterbury Cathedral – a historic cathedral in Canterbury, Kent. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury.
• Westminster Abbey – a large church in London where many royal events take place.
• St Paul’s Cathedral – a famous cathedral in London with a large dome.
• York Minster – a large Gothic cathedral in York, North Yorkshire.
• Worksop Priory – a historic parish church in Worksop, Nottinghamshire.
• Durham Cathedral – a Norman cathedral in Durham, County Durham.

Church types

Churches in England can be:

• Cathedrals – main churches for a diocese
• Parish churches – local churches for a town or village
• Abbey churches – part of old monasteries
• Chapels – smaller places of worship

Related pages

• List of cathedrals in England
• Church of England
• English Gothic architecture
• Historic England

References