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St John the Evangelist Church

St John the Evangelist Church

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St John the Evangelist Church

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Location: Alston Moor, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Javi Jaavii

December 31, 2023

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In accordance with the village's altitude, this would be the highest parish church in England. Built in the mid-19th century, its construction was promoted by the London Lead Mining Company to serve the needs of the local community.

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Elevation 450 m

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Wednesday 13 May

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Location: Alston Moor, Eden, Cumbria, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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