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Old St Stephen's Church, Fylingdales,Yorkshire

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Accessibility

"There are several steps through the gate into the churchyard and a steep path to the church. There are several steps into the main door. Wheelchair users and visitors with disabilities may need assistance. There are uneven pathways from both entrances to the churchyard which can be slippery in wet weather. There is a good level of natural light inside the church".

Brief description

"Likened to an old mariner gazing out to sea, St Stephen's stands majestically on the hillside between Whitby and Ravenscar, overlooking Robin Hood's Bay. Built in 1821, its appearance can be severe but the church resonates with the history of a resilient North Sea fishing community.

Inside, painted box pews, a full-length gallery and a three-decker pulpit, designed for the preaching of the Word, have all survived. The sea is a recurring theme throughout and there are memorials to the shipwrecked in both the church and churchyard. Successful lifeboat rescue missions are listed and there is also a touching display of rare maiden's garlands - 'crowns' used in the funeral processions of young and chaste women.

Outside, windswept gravestones huddle tightly round the church walls. Some recall tragedies: strangers who drowned on the coast or locals whose lives were cruelly claimed by the sea".

https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/static/uploaded/8ed9ce55-81c7-4be1-8bc2b5252482b836.pdf

Address

Old St Stephen's Church, Fylingdales,

Whitby

North Yorkshire, YO22 4PQ"

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Website

https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/visit/church-listing/st-stephen-fylingdales.html

Directions

"5 miles south east of Whitby; take the B1447, the church is on the right before the road descends into Robin Hood's Bay".

Opening Times

"Opened Daily"

Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change

Transport

"Nearest railway station: Whitby (4.9 miles). Arriva Bus 93 runs a regular service from Middlesborough bus station to Scarborough rail station going past the church".

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