All Saints Church in Aughton has been a place of worship since the 12th century. It is a Grade 1 listed Church and of national historical importance. The Church overlooks the flood plains of the river derwent and is situated next to the ancient motte and bailey. The landscape around the church is a designated national nature reserve.
Robert Aske the leader of the Pilgrimage of Grace uprising, in 1536, was born adjacent to the Church and the Tower was rebuilt in 1537 in memory of Robert Aske by his family following his execution. Look out for the Newt Carving (Aske in old English)