Guy Fawkes baptismal entry

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St Michael le Belfry is so named because it stands in the shadow of the Minster bell towers. It was completed in 1536. In 1570, Guy Fawkes was baptised here. The magnificent reredos behind the altar was painted by York-born artist William Etty whose statue now stands in front of the Art Gallery.