Kate will be sitting down with Luke Sherlock to discuss the history of architecture, legend and crafts behind his new book, Forgotten Churches: Exploring England’s Hidden Treasures.
We’re catching Luke as he embarks on the much-beloved local pilgrim trail, The Saints Way, in which Fowey’s own St Fimbarrus plays an important role, so expect a little love for all things Cornwall, and you can join Luke’s enormous social media followers at @englishpilgrim.
We’ll be holding our talk at the sparkly new Old Bank, conveniently over the road from both Shrew Books and St Fimbarrus, so please do join us for what should be a fascinating evening.
6.30pm at The Old Bank, 2 Trafalgar Square, Fowey.
Tickets are £3, and we’ll be selling copies of Forgotten Churches at the event.
'A truly lovely collaboration between writer and artist; born of expertise, skill and shared passion for these "forgotten churches", and the treasures of craft, knowledge and memory that they hold.'
- Robert Macfarlane, author of Underland, Landmarks and The Old Ways
'Beautifully written and illustrated, Forgotten Churches makes me want to embark upon small pilgrimages to all the wonderful places in its pages.'
- Peter Ross, author of Steeple Chasing
For centuries, England’s churches have stood as quiet witnesses to history, filled with remarkable craftsmanship, untold stories, and layers of cultural heritage. Yet many of these extraordinary buildings remain overlooked – until now.
Luke Sherlock, or @englishpilgrim, has spent years travelling the length and breadth of England, uncovering hidden architectural gems and sharing their beauty with thousands online. In Forgotten Churches, he invites you on a journey through 70 of the country’s most atmospheric churches, from thousand-year-old Saxon chapels and striking Gothic landmarks to hidden Romanesque sanctuaries and ornate Victorian treasures.
From the remote landscapes of Northumberland and Cornwall to the Norfolk fens, the Yorkshire dales, and the Somerset hills, Sherlock reveals the forgotten stories of these extraordinary places – of local communities, master builders, and the shifting tides of history – while capturing the magic of stepping into these timeless spaces. Whether you love history, architecture, or simply the charm of England’s rural landscapes, this book is your guide to discovering some of the nation’s best-kept secrets.
Kate will be sitting down with Luke Sherlock to discuss the history of architecture, legend and crafts behind his new book, Forgotten Churches: Exploring England’s Hidden Treasures.
We’re catching Luke as he embarks on the much-beloved local pilgrim trail, The Saints Way, in which Fowey’s own St Fimbarrus plays an important role, so expect a little love for all things Cornwall, and you can join Luke’s enormous social media followers at @englishpilgrim.
We’ll be holding our talk at the sparkly new Old Bank, conveniently over the road from both Shrew Books and St Fimbarrus, so please do join us for what should be a fascinating evening.
6.30pm at The Old Bank, 2 Trafalgar Square, Fowey.
Tickets are £3, and we’ll be selling copies of Forgotten Churches at the event.
'A truly lovely collaboration between writer and artist; born of expertise, skill and shared passion for these "forgotten churches", and the treasures of craft, knowledge and memory that they hold.'
- Robert Macfarlane, author of Underland, Landmarks and The Old Ways
'Beautifully written and illustrated, Forgotten Churches makes me want to embark upon small pilgrimages to all the wonderful places in its pages.'
- Peter Ross, author of Steeple Chasing
For centuries, England’s churches have stood as quiet witnesses to history, filled with remarkable craftsmanship, untold stories, and layers of cultural heritage. Yet many of these extraordinary buildings remain overlooked – until now.
Luke Sherlock, or @englishpilgrim, has spent years travelling the length and breadth of England, uncovering hidden architectural gems and sharing their beauty with thousands online. In Forgotten Churches, he invites you on a journey through 70 of the country’s most atmospheric churches, from thousand-year-old Saxon chapels and striking Gothic landmarks to hidden Romanesque sanctuaries and ornate Victorian treasures.
From the remote landscapes of Northumberland and Cornwall to the Norfolk fens, the Yorkshire dales, and the Somerset hills, Sherlock reveals the forgotten stories of these extraordinary places – of local communities, master builders, and the shifting tides of history – while capturing the magic of stepping into these timeless spaces. Whether you love history, architecture, or simply the charm of England’s rural landscapes, this book is your guide to discovering some of the nation’s best-kept secrets.
