A marvellous gothic church with an extremely interesting history. The Mary Redcliffe is just a short walk from the harbourside. Though it is old, the church has a lovely warm feeling. You are made welcome straight away by the volunteers who provide you with a laminated guide which you return before leaving. There are some fascinating stained glass windows and you must see the wooden altar shaped as a boat. This is a working parish church with a difference.

Stunning from the outside and homely within. The welcome I had was friendly and the church guide leaflet very informative without ever being patronising . Highlights for me were the low-box pews and stained glass. This is very much a working church with a science display and some very talented, and thought provoking writings by anonymised local Primary School pupils on display. My visit also coincided with rehearsals by The Northern String Quartet who were playing interpretations of Beatles and Abba tunes, totally bonkers but it felt so right.

This stunning 14th century church with its 1,200 roof bosses is not to be missed! We entered by the North porch surrounded by the friendliest gargoyles smiling at us from the stonework. Inside we gasped at the huge, tall nave with its lierne vaulting and beautiful decoration. The west end has an amalgamation of medieval stained glass - and a whale tusk from John Cabot's voyage to the New world. But more interesting was the colourful 1960's East window with its deep colours. (Also worth mentioning the Northern aisle windows celebrating Edward Colston - the 17th century slave trader - have been removed!). Admission is free and volunteers will give you a warm welcome.