All Saints Pavement Church, York

All Saints Pavement Church in York is a historic church with origins predominantly in the 14th and 15th centuries. Its striking architectural feature is the octagonal lantern tower, dating back to 1400, which historically served as a guiding beacon for travelers.

Noteworthy within the church is a hexagonal pulpit crafted in 1634, alongside several interior fittings sourced from the combined parishes of Saint Saviour and Saint Crux, among others. The church features exquisite stained glass, including the 15th-century west window depicting scenes from the life of Christ and east windows crafted by Charles Eamer Kempe. Additionally, the north door is adorned with a 'doom' knocker from the 12th century.

Significant structural changes have occurred over the centuries. The chancel was demolished in 1780, and during an 1887 restoration led by George Edmund Street, the east end was rebuilt. This restoration also included cleaning the stonework, restoring pinnacles, and installing new stained glass in the central east window. Prior renovations in 1834 and 1837 reconstructed the north wall, west end, and the lantern, respectively, with a vestry added between 1850 and 1855.

Despite extensive renovations, remnants of the medieval chancel arch remain visible above the east window inside the church, marking the historical continuity of the building. In 1912, the church was enlarged, and in 1954, it united with the parish of the now-redundant Saint Saviour's Church.

Today, All Saints Pavement Church holds a dual role as both the guild and civic church of York and the regimental church for the Royal Dragoon Guards, continuing its legacy as a significant spiritual and community landmark.