St Mary, Kettlewell
Set in the picturesque Dales village of Kettlewell beneath the slopes of Great Whernside, St Mary's church is a sanctuary of peace and tranquility. Here, amidst the drama of creation, a rhythm of prayer and praise takes place each week to the glory of God. All are welcome - disciples, searchers, doubters - all who journey and seek the company of God.

Worship and Prayer

SUNDAY 9.30am The Parish Service

WEDNESDAY:   SANCTUARY@6
(a service of light, peace and thanksgiving, twice monthly every 1st & 3rd weeks)

The Friends of Kettlewell

Kettlewell Church is visited by people from all over the world, many of whom find it to be a place of sanctuary, peace and rest. We hope visitors will feel able to become friends of the church -  a way of staying in contact, remaining part of our cycle of prayer, receiving invitations to services and events and contributing to the vital upkeep and maintenance of the building.
Become a Friend

History

The original Norman church was founded in 1120. Of that church only the magnificent Font remains. Rebuilt by the Georgians, the church was again found to be unsafe and was demolished in 1882. The Georgian tower remains to crown the Victorian church consecrated on St Mary's day 1885.

The Stain Glass

Kettlewell church is home to some inspirational and unique stain glass from the 20th century. With the notable theme of the two world wars, the East Window shows a young Christ looking over the battlefield of 1916 and is a memorial to Charles Cutcliffe Hyne. The Holdsworth Windows are memorials to John and Michael of Scargill House killed in action during World War II.

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