St Cross Church, Knutsford

St Cross Church is a Gothic Revival building constructed from brick with terracotta embellishments and a prominent tower rising from its crossing. The interior features a nave with north and south aisles, a chancel with side chapels, and decorated stained glass windows throughout.

The church was designed by Lancaster architects Paley and Austin and built between 1880 and 1881. This construction made it an example of the Gothic Revival architecture that was popular in that era.

The church maintains an active Anglican parish with two Sunday services, hosting 60 regular attendees and maintaining a Parish Electoral Roll of 140 members.

Visitors should expect the building to be occasionally closed for services or private events and may need to check local information for access. The church is located in the town center of Knutsford, making it fairly easy to find.

Inside the building are decorative wooden screens and a pulpit featuring intricate carved patterns, along with stained glass made by Morris & Co. The glass designs were based on artwork by Burne-Jones.

Location: Knutsford

Architects: Sharpe, Paley and Austin

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://stcrossknutsford.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.30340,-2.36700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:02