St. Boniface Church, Bonchurch, Grade II listed church in Bonchurch, England
St. Boniface Church is a church building with a cruciform layout that features a south porch, two north vestries, and an organ chamber containing a Forster and Andrews organ. The interior is divided into distinct functional spaces designed for worship and ceremony.
The building was designed between 1847 and 1848 by architect Ferrey and replaced an earlier church on this site. Its construction marked a period of Victorian church renewal in the area.
The stained glass windows, made by William Wailes and Henry Holiday among others, show scenes from Christ's life and different saints. These windows shape how light moves through the interior and create focal points as you walk around.
The building is located on Bonchurch Village Road and is accessible to visitors who want to explore the architecture and historical monuments. Regular religious services take place here, so it is worth checking opening times in advance.
The churchyard contains an Egyptian-style Leeson Family Mausoleum and the tomb of the celebrated poet Algernon Charles Swinburne. These two graves draw visitors interested in literature and Victorian burial traditions.
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