All Saints' Church, Harewood

All Saints' Church is a Gothic church building in Harewood featuring a four-bay nave with aisles on both sides and a chancel with a north vestry. The west tower is built from Millstone Grit, a local sandstone that gives the structure its distinctive appearance.

The building was constructed around 1410 by Elizabeth and Sybil, daughters of William de Aldburgh from nearby Harewood Castle, with an original dedication to the Holy Cross. It developed over centuries with additions and changes reflecting the needs of the parish community.

The interior holds six pairs of alabaster tombs showing local noble families who held power and influence in the area. These carved figures tell stories of the people who shaped the community's past.

The church is accessible daily and offers vehicle access to the west door for visitors with mobility requirements. It is best to visit during daylight hours when the interior can be seen clearly and explored comfortably.

Excavations in the 1980s revealed stonework from the 9th century and a cross shaft from the 11th century beneath the current structure. These findings show that burials took place at this location long before the church was built in the 15th century.

Location: Harewood

Inception: 15 century

Architects: George Gilbert Scott

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture

Website: http://visitchurches.org.uk/findachurch/all-saints-harewood/?region=West_Yorkshire

GPS coordinates: 53.90030,-1.52400

Latest update: December 10, 2025 20:00