The search is on to find North Yorkshire’s best churchyard

CPRE North Yorkshire is searching for the area’s best churchyard of 2021 and inviting churches of all denominations to enter the competition by the end of May next year.
St Peter’s and St Paul’s Church in Pickering.St Peter’s and St Paul’s Church in Pickering.
St Peter’s and St Paul’s Church in Pickering.

A spokesman said: “North Yorkshire has hundreds of churchyards and they are beautiful places.

“That’s why we believe in celebrating them and celebrating the people that look after them – because they are often volunteers and they do a fantastic job.

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“North Yorkshire’s historic churches play a pivotal role in our rural communities and form a unique part of our beloved landscape.

“After all, they are the only unchanged places in some parishes since Saxon times.

“Churchyards therefore provide ideal habitats for our precious wildlife.

“Inspired by CPRE Devon, this will be the first time CPRE North Yorkshire is holding the competition.

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“The competition aims to recognise and reward North Yorkshire’s churchyards which are well managed to provide both a peaceful haven for people and wildlife.

“We encourage entries from churchyards of all denominations.

“Churchyards are hallowed grounds which deserve to be celebrated as part of North Yorkshire’s landscape.

“The judges are not seeking the most pristine or manicured churchyards. They are looking for well-managed churchyards which provide a peaceful haven for people and wildlife.

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“Each entry is visited by the judges and assessed on a range of criteria.

“As well as the prestige of winning, there’s a further incentive – a winning prize of £200 and a plaque, to display to locals and visitors.”

The deadline for entries is Monday, May 31, 2021. Visit www.cprenorthyokshire.co.uk for more details and to find the entry form.

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