TO gain a unique insight into the history of Warrington’s iconic golden gates, you may want to pay a visit to the Unitarian Chapel this month.

The chapel, located on Cairo Street, will be open to the public on Saturday, July 15 for locals to see the beauty and history it holds inside.

With its many unique connections, including to Frederick Monks who brought the grand iron gates to the front of the town hall, there is much to learn and see at the chapel.

While there you can also seek out the tranquil chapel gardens, described as an ‘oasis of peace’.

Visitors can relax and enjoy the many different aspects of the gardens and there is no charge for admission.

Another event taking place at the chapel on Sunday, July 16, is the Flower Communion.

First celebrated in the Unitarian Church in Prague in 1923 by the Revd. Norbert Capek, his diverse congregation of more than 2,000 members, composed of former Jews, Roman Catholics and Protestants, wished to establish their own patterns of worship.

The Service includes each participant bringing a flower to be placed in a bowl on the altar.

During the Service, the diversity of creation is celebrated with hymns, prayers and readings.

The service will then conclude with each participant choosing a different flower which they give to another member of the congregation.

This symbolic exchange emphasises ‘we must share with others’. Everyone is welcome to attend this service.