The Saxon Church of St Laurence — Attraction in Bradford-on-Avon

The Saxon church is one of very few surviving Anglo-Saxon churches in England that does not show later medieval alteration or rebuilding, documentary sources suggest it may have been founded by Saint Aldhelm around 700, although the architectural style suggests a 10th- or 11th-century date. It is the most complete Anglo-Saxon survival from this period. Although the existing church seems to be all or almost all Anglo-Saxon, it has clearly been altered in a number of ways, apart from the modern restoration, which included removing the stairs inside and filling in windows. For its small size, with the nave only some 7.5 metres (25 ft) long and a little over 4 m (13 ft) wide, the height of the building (around 8 m (26 ft) inside the nave) is notable. A porticus to the south has been lost, but otherwise the structure of the building seems complete in its final Anglo-Saxon state. Definitely worth a visit if you're...

If you decide to visit Bradford on Avon, this is a must see. It's one of few intact Saxon Christian churches, created around the time of Æthelred the Unready. You are walking back in time to 6th Century, so whether you are a keen historian or seeking a religious experience this is a must see. Read the story boards and you will learn how it was discovered and when. For fans of Netflix's " The last kingdom", why not live and breathe the experience the age of "Uhtred" first hand. It's free but can get busy at peak times. It's also an easy accessible distance to...

This place is awesome, about a 1,000 years old and very well preserved. Sitting inside this building with such a long and incredible history I found quite profound and moving. To fully appreciate what you are seeing, I'd recommend having a look on Google beforehand for a reliable description of the architecture...