The spire at St. Walburge's Church is being opened this Saturday, giving visitors the chance to climb the 309-foot spire ⛪
is being opened on Saturday 20 August from 4pm to 8pm, giving visitors the chance to climb the 309-foot spire., and the surrounding countryside as far as Blackpool.The tower contains a single bell of 31 cwt cast by Mears and Stainbank of Whitechapel, which is the heaviest swinging bell in Lancashire.
Visitors can buy tickets online for £10, with all proceeds going to assist in the maintenance of this structure and especially the restoration of the rose window.Every 30 minutes, 15 people will be able to climb the 172 steps. Tours of the church will be offered and refreshments served in the Hall.
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