Christ Church was built between the years 1714 and 1729 at a cost of £19,418.
The church was altered in the 1850s and came close to dereliction in the 1960s, but was carefully restored from 1976-2004.
For the past 300 years Christ Church has had a long and varied history. John Wesley, founder of the Methodist movement, preached here towards the end of his life, and staff members have included the 18th century curate Samuel Henshall, who invented the modern corkscrew (and reputedly died owing £400 to his wine merchant).