It is notable for its complete, mid tenth century Anglo-Saxon tower, and parts of the 9th century church (the original Anglo-Saxon chancel and nave) which now form the south aisle of the present church, the remainder of which dates from later periods (Norman and beyond).

[4] This older section was largely constructed from blocks of millstone grit taken from the ruins of the Roman city of Eboracum.

The interior is richly decorated in a Pre-Raphaelite style that was added at the time of the Victorian extension.

[7] The square tower on the south side of the church remains largely as built around 950 AD.

There are two sets of Mullioned windows on each side (except the east), one above the other, below the stone coursing that marks the belfry.

Amongst the graves in the churchyard are those of village men that died during the nearby Battle of Marston Moor.