
Founded by early saints, Lastingham has been a place of prayer, peace, hospitality and Christian mission for well over 1000 years. This beautiful ancient church of St Mary is particularly famous for its unique crypt, which was built on the site of the AD 654 monastery, and is where St Cedd is believed to be buried. You can find out more about our history in Our History.
We are pleased to say that St Mary's is open to visitors every day from 10am to 5pm.
Sunday Eucharist will be held on Sundays at 10.45am here in Lastingham. A joint Benefice Service held in one of our churches on the fifth Sunday in the month. Check the Calendar or church Notice Board to find details for these services.
As you come to this beautiful part of North Yorkshire, we hope that you are still able to share with us the joyous sense of peace and God's love that can be found in the heritage of centuries of Christianity in Lastingham.