Boston - St Botolph's Church

St Botolph's Church is one of the largest parish churches in England and one of the best known for its tower, a landmark visible for miles around with extensive views. It is known as the "Boston Stump" because it took 20 years to build. It has a carillon of 36 bells. There are 64 choir stalls with fine misericords. Boston has maintained its contacts with the United States and the southwest chapel of St Botolph's was restored in the 19th century by the people of Boston, Massachussetts, in memory of John Cotton, who was vicar here before emigrating to America in 1633.