English Parish churches to be marketed as tourist attractions
Parish churches are to be marketed as tourist attractions under plans agreed by the Church of England's governing body.
A tourism officer will be appointed in every diocese of the country to encourage more people to look around the historic buildings.
It is hoped the move will raise money for cash-strapped churches, but may also result in casual visitors learning more about religion and becoming worshippers.
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A tourism officer will be appointed in every diocese of the country to encourage more people to look around the historic buildings.
It is hoped the move will raise money for cash-strapped churches, but may also result in casual visitors learning more about religion and becoming worshippers.