A Grade II listed Anglican parish church serving the village of Stainforth in North Yorkshire, maintaining an active role in the religious life of the Ribble Valley.
At a glance
St Peter’s Church stands in Stainforth, a village in the heart of North Yorkshire’s Ribble Valley. The church functions as an active Anglican parish church, part of the Diocese of Leeds and the deanery of Bowland. Its benefice is united with two neighboring parishes—St Oswald in Horton-in-Ribblesdale and St John the Evangelist in Langcliffe—reflecting the pastoral organization of rural ecclesiastical communities.
History
The source text provides limited historical detail about the church’s origins or development.
What you see
St Peter’s is designated as a Grade II listed building on the National Heritage List for England, indicating it is recognized as a building of special architectural or historical interest. Further architectural description is not available in current sources.
Cultural significance
The church represents the ecclesiastical heritage of the Ribble Valley and continues to serve as a focal point for Anglican worship in Stainforth. Its status as a listed building reflects its value to the architectural and cultural landscape of North Yorkshire.
Key facts
- Country: United Kingdom
- Location: Stainforth, North Yorkshire
- Coordinates: 54.1018, -2.2758
- Designation: Grade II listed building (National Heritage List for England)
- Denomination: Anglican
- Diocese: Leeds
- Deanery: Bowland
Practical information & getting there
Stainforth lies in the Ribble Valley in North Yorkshire. As an active parish church, St Peter’s maintains regular services. Visitors should check locally for opening hours and service times. The church is one of three united benefices in the area, serving the communities of Stainforth, Horton-in-Ribblesdale, and Langcliffe.
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