St Bartholomew's Church

St Bartholomew's Church is a Gothic church building in Penn, Wolverhampton. It features a brick tower from 1765, stone walls, a tiled roof, and a five-bay nave with north and south aisles inside.

Religious activity took place on this site before the Norman conquest, as evidenced by an Anglo-Saxon churchyard cross base and the circular shape of the burial ground. The stone tower was added later in 1765, establishing the church's current appearance.

The church serves as an active Anglican parish and gathering place for the local community today. Visitors can observe how the building continues to function as a center for worship and social activities.

Renovations completed around 2000 added a new wing on the north side with contemporary facilities for community use. This modern addition allows the historic building to serve both traditional and current community needs.

The churchyard contains a significant relic that was rediscovered in 1912 when workers uncovered an Anglo-Saxon stone base beneath a medieval cross during repairs. This discovery reveals how different historical periods are layered at this location.

Location: City of Wolverhampton

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture

Website: http://stbarts.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 52.55530,-2.15710

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23