The tower of the United Reformed Church;
Saltaire United Reformed Church is truly one of the nation's most precious Victorian architectural gems. The church, built by Sir Titus Salt in 1859 is a unique example of Italianate religious architecture. It boasts many architecturally and historically important features and has been described as a classic "Cathedral of Congregationalism".
This Grade 1 Listed Building (in the same category as Hampton Court Palace and Salisbury Cathedral) lies in the valley of the River Aire, at the foot of the Pennine Moors and at the entrance to the Yorkshire Dales. Paid for out of his own pocket by Sir Titus Salt, it is a focal point of the "model" village, Saltaire, that he built for the workers at his huge mill to ensure their spiritual needs were catered for.
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