Church of St Edmund, Rochdale, Gothic Revival church in Falinge, Rochdale, England.
The Church of St Edmund stands on a diamond-shaped plot at the highest point in Rochdale, featuring intricate stone carvings and stained glass windows.
Local industrialist Albert Hudson Royds commissioned the construction of St Edmund's Church in 1870, investing £25,000 to create this architectural masterwork.
The interior contains geometric patterns, vaulted ceilings, and extensive Masonic symbols, drawing comparisons to Scotland's Rosslyn Chapel for its symbolic designs.
Visitors can explore the church during open days on the first and third Saturday of each month from 12 noon until 3 PM.
This Grade I listed structure represents the sole church in England specifically dedicated to incorporating Masonic symbolism throughout its architecture.
Location: Rochdale
Inception: 1870
Architectural style: Gothic Revival
GPS coordinates: 53.62100,-2.16550
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:18
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