A SHORT film showing the history of St Margaret's Church in Stratton St Margaret has racked up thousands of views online.

The Stratton Team Ministry received funding from the National Lottery's Heritage Lottery Fund to make the seven-minute short which has proven popular amongst residents in the area.

In the film, the church clergy, wardens and churchgoers give a guided and informative tour of the 13th century church, revealing many fascinating facts about its rich history.

The video has attracted acclaim from viewers for being interesting, well made and beautifully-filmed.

Mary Bosher, June Lewis, Ian Jones, Rev Vicky Fleming, Andrew Martin, Alison Porter, Rev George Fleming, Richard Pfleger, Kim Jenkins, Adam Jenkins, Lisa Lodwick and Rev Mark Tidey all appear in the short film.

To view this professional tribute to one of Swindon's oldest churches, visit facebook.com/pg/strattonteamministry