Wish we had gotten there when it was still open. It closed at 6pm and was really beautiful. Would…read morehave loved to went inside but outside was still worth seeing. This was in various movies and series. We met the caretaker and he was very kind. If your in the area go check it out.

This church has something for everyone…read more For the historians, Kings were crowned and buried here. For the movie buffs, several things have been filmed here, including Harry Potter. For the photographer, there are beautiful books and crannies throughout. For those in a budget, it's free to come in (though donations are certainly appreciated).

Tewkesbury Abbey in definitely Tewkesbury's finest building by a long way. It is most certainly…read moreworth a visit just to wander round if you are visiting Tewkesbury and I would recommend climbing the tower if you get a chance. There are numerous ancient tombs and small side chapels to explore and the sense of history is really something. The services themselves are quite traditional so if incense etc.. is your thing then this is the place for you. There is also a small gift shop at the back of the Abbey where you can also by photography permits if you want to take any photos. The grounds of the abbey are also worth wandering around if you are looking for somewhere to walk.

Tewkesbury Abbey is a remarkable building. Constructed by the Normans, it survived Henry VIII's…read moreDissolution of the Monasteries when the townspeople paid £453 to keep it, and still stands today as Tewkesbury's parish church. Traditional services are open to all, and there are many side-chapels and monuments to see. The gift shop sells local trinkets and photography permits, and the grounds are glorious in the summer, when you can walk the Vineyards by the Swilgate. In short, it is a smaller version of Gloucester Cathedral without gangs of Harry Potter tourists!

Let me give you the 5p quick guide. Today it costs nearly £8,000 daily just to keep it open and it…read morereceives nothing from government - mind you this rancid government only fetes millionaires and billionaires and the working poor are abandoned. The working poor were treated better in the 13th century here. This place is living history and it is still stunning despite decay. From the 6th century through William the Conqueror and the origins of The Doomsday Book to King Edward II, from Roman Catholic control (Benedictine Monks who included Dom Pérignon of champagne fame and the holy order that gave us Benedictine and Buckfast tonic wine) ceded to English Protestantism by Henry VIII to Harry Potter. While Henry VIII didn't mind stealing Catholic Churches his successors never paid to maintain them. That's me not much to add for a religious site for over 1600 years if anyone is interested there's huge amounts about this place on line and if you are ever close by call as it is a heck of a place to behold. We are on a month long tour of England - this time last year we did 7 weeks. It's really become a run down country and it's shocking to see it and we are angry as it's been done deliberately. This time last year it was a heatwave around 30c daily but this time temperatures barely hit 16c.

Both a charming and historical place to visit. Avid Harry Potter fan so there was a specific…read morepurpose for my visit! There's a helpful digital map to locate all the filming locations. The rest of the cathedral is gorgeous and ornate to see as well. The visit lasted less than an hour. Entry is free, however, do donate at entry so we can all help keep it free! Downsides: no heat - freezing the whole visit and bathrooms were completely unkept no TP. Parking in multiple lots just 5min walk away, average about 2 pounds for 2 hours.

You May have come to Gloucester to see the Cathedral or the docks, but if you can spare 20 minutes…read morethis is a intresting little church just to have a look around or even to spend a quiet moments reflection. The church itself dates back to the 12th century, but most of it was rebuilt in the 13th century with quite a few hidden gems to discover.

One of the most interesting things about a historical city is its churches, with no doubt and…read moreHenley-in-Arden has some important ones! St. john's church is an imposing building placed in the high street and its just impossible not spotting its tower. The original construction is dated from 1367 but this "new" church is from 1448 and inside it has impressive and modern stain glass windows that just highlight the natural built of the church's nave itself. From outside it can be spotted some traces of a 15th century architecture next to this impressive church is also placed the Library of the city. Something really curious is that about 700 yards away is St. Nicholas church, a 1170 construction that is another heritage building to be visited.

A cute church located in the heart of the beautiful town of Ledbury…read more Here is some information I found out about it, see below. There was a church here before the Domesday Book of 1086, but the current building dates to the 12th century. The 12th-century core was extended and refinished in the 12th and 16th centuries. Sir Nikolaus Pevsner famously wrote that Ledbury was the 'premier parish church in Herefordshire'. The impressive tower was built around 1230, with the spire added in 1733. Unusually, the tower is not connected to the body of the church. One of the highlights of the interior is the chapter house, which was built in 1330. Within the chapter house is the effigy of a Benedictine monk, an iron-bound oak chest used for storing parish records, and objects discovered after the Civil War Battle of Ledbury. The nave arcade is remarkable for a series of round port-hole windows, the last vestige of a 12th-century clerestory.

The best place to worship God for miles around!! Lively worship, participatory prayers & spiritual…read moregifts form the congregation & inspirational preaching. Come & see us soon.

Ludlow Elim is one of the most awesome churches I've ever been to. The people are friendly, the…read morePraise & worship (modern in style) draws what you want to say to God & about God out of you. The teaching is great, & they're passionate people.... believing that God is about to do something remarkable in this little market town. OK the building is on the small side & you have to go up some stairs to get into the main worship area (tho' a chairlift is available!), but it's homely friendly & definitely inspiring! You should go there often!!!

Belmont Abbey is a community of Benedictine monks founded in 1859…read more They lead a life of work study and prayer. Attached to the monastery is a first class guest house 'Hedley Lodge' which has a excellent standard of service most rooms have TV, phone are en-suite and have a tea and coffee tray. The rooms are warm and comfortable and the food is excellent. I have attended several 'retreats' at the abbey and have found them of great value for 'getting away from it all 'for a few days The abbey although within walking distance from the town of Hereford is situated in quite countryside the only sound at night is the abbey clock chiming the hours This cannot be heard from many rooms. On one occasion when it was a popular retreat I was offered a room in the abbey itself. This was an interesting occurrence as there was no sound at all during the night A complete silence. A very unusual experience ! Even though I live in a fairly noiseless rural area a there is always some faint sounds. to be heard at night. The retreats which are usually for a weekend are given mostly by one of the monks of the community and obviously have a Christian basis. A complete list can be downloaded from their website As a sample there is in June a workshop on painting Icons where beginners and more experienced artists are welcome to try their hand at the art This year the subject will be the icon of Elijah.

While Hedley Lodge offers a good standard of hotel accomodation for those attending retreats or…read morecourses it is also possible to sample monastic life itself. These stays of typically 3 or 4 days can be arranged through the Guestmaster of the monastery; one of the monks. Accomodation is simple but sufficient - no en suite. You are invited to join the monks in their daily Benedictine routine. Morning prayers at 6am; Mass at 8am; help yourself breakfast; rest of the morning free to read or walk; prayers before lunch then formal served lunch. Afternoons free. Evening prayers at 6pm; help yourself dinner at 7pm. Night prayers at 8.30 or so, then the end of day bell rings. All meals are taken in silence. If you are 'stressed out' by the world and life's troubles and looking for peace of mind I can recommend the structure and discipline of the Benedictine routine. It is hard work but very effective therapy. The monks are nice guys and will look after you: they are allowed to communicate :-). You don't have to be catholic but it helps I suppose. I was going south after a major bereavement and this routine got me back on the front mental foot in 3 days. Great result. They should invoice the NHS really.