An active Anglican parish church in the Yorkshire Dales, serving the village of Thornton in Lonsdale and designated as Grade II* listed.
At a glance
St Oswald’s Church stands in the small village of Thornton in Lonsdale, North Yorkshire. It remains in active use as an Anglican parish church, its benefice united with that of All Saints in nearby Burton in Lonsdale. The church holds Grade II* listed status in the National Heritage List for England.
History
Limited historical detail is available in publicly accessible sources. The church continues to serve its local parish community within the Diocese of Leeds.
What you see
St Oswald’s Church belongs to the Grade II* category of listed buildings, indicating structures of particular architectural or historical interest in England. Its designation reflects the building’s significance within the region’s religious heritage.
Cultural significance
The church remains central to the spiritual and social life of Thornton in Lonsdale. Its Grade II* listing acknowledges its importance as an ecclesiastical heritage asset within the Lonsdale landscape.
Key facts
- Location: Thornton in Lonsdale, North Yorkshire, England
- Coordinates: 54.1574, -2.4827
- Designation: Grade II* listed building
- Deanery: Ewecross
- Archdeaconry: Craven
- Diocese: Leeds
- United benefice: All Saints, Burton in Lonsdale
Practical information & getting there
St Oswald’s Church is located in the village of Thornton in Lonsdale in the Yorkshire Dales. For service times and visiting details, consult the Diocese of Leeds or local parish information.
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