St Wilfred's Church, Thornton. {1} A parish church dating from the 15th century which was heavily restored in 1890 by Ewan Christian. It was constructed of green sandstone rubble blocks with limestone ashlar dressings and plain tiled roofs with overhanging eaves. For the full description and the legal address of this listed building please refer to the appropriate List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest. {2}