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Architecture in France: the churches of the north east

Explore the fortified churches of La Thiérache.

Clever ideas bring empty churches back to life

They may not be the most obvious choice for a new home or business, but about 20 churches a year are being turned into hotels, restaurants, houses – and even a gym.

A home AND a concert venue? That’ll do nicely

American-British classical pianist Kit Armstrong has no particular religious attachment, but the practical possibilities of living in a church attracted him and his mother, May, when the idea was first put to them.

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Church home

Architecture in France: the churches of the north east

Clever ideas bring empty churches back to life

A home AND a concert venue? That’ll do nicely

Clever ideas bring churches back to life

French gîte renters demand time change for church bell

Hallelujah! How French churches are converting house hunters who are prepared to see the light

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