Ever wonder what it would be like to sleep overnight in a church? Nights in the Nave opens you up to the world of "Champing" - camping overnight in historic churches cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust across England and Wales.
Historian and presenter Victoria Jenner is joined by a new guest for each sleep over - like no other. Prepare to be scared, in awe and inspired...
Would you dare? You can even give champing a go: https://champing.co.uk/ (https://champing.co.uk/)
Find out more about the Churches Conservation Trust: https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/ (https://www.visitchurches.org.uk/)
Follow Victoria Jenner on instagram for more historic adventures: @victoriajenner_history
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Churches Conservation Trust
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health & fitness · history · religion & spirituality
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