Crowds flocked to the newly-reopened St John the Baptist Church in Royston over the weekend, which was refurbished after a devastating fire.
The fire in December 2018 destroyed much of the church's interior, causing severe damage to the roof, the arch, the bell gallery and the chantry bells.
Over the past four years, the church has been closed for repairs and improvements - and is now restored to better than its former self.
To celebrate the reopening, an open day was held on Saturday, November 26, with a service of thanksgiving on Sunday.
Churchwarden Clare Davies said: "Many people became quite emotional at entering the building again after four years of closure due to the rebuilding works.
"They admired the bright, warm atmosphere in the 800-year-old house of prayer in the heart of Royston and the improvements made such as a new servery, flexible seating, level access and disabled facilities."
The event was attended by North East Herts MP Sir Oliver Heald.
He said: "It was exhilarating to see the church looking so fine and with a new organ and new bells.
"The look of the church is much lighter than previously and I know the congregation will welcome the underfloor heating too.
"Everybody was thrilled to be back in our church and although it was possible to make out one or two blackened timbers, the renovation work has been a great success.
"I wish the vicar, Heidi Huntley, her team and all who use the church many future happy years there."
After the old pews were destroyed, they were replaced with chairs so the church could be used as a flexible community space. More than 200 chairs were bought through the 'sponsor a chair' fundraising initiative.
The celebrations will continue this weekend with the Christmas tree lights switch-on from 10am to 4pm on Saturday, December 3.
Mulled wine and mince pies will be served, and there will be a chance to hang a bauble on the tree in memory of a loved one.
There will also be a Tea Time Praise for Christingle for families on Sunday, December 4 at 3.30pm.
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