St Hilda's Church, Bilsborrow, Gothic Revival church in Bilsborrow, England
Description
St Hilda's Church is a Gothic Revival building with stone walls, a slate roof, and a low tower at the crossing featuring a southeast stair turret. The structure was completed between 1926 and 1927 and displays characteristic features of the Revival style from that period.
History
Construction took place between 1926 and 1927, with the foundation stone laid by Bishop William Temple of Manchester. This was a period of rebuilding and renewal in English church architecture following the First World War.
Culture
The interior displays carved vine motifs on the pulpit and stained glass windows by Shrigley and Hunt from the 1960s and 1970s. These decorative elements reflect the artistic tastes of the postwar period and shape how visitors experience the space.
Practical
The building is located on Bilsborrow Lane and operates as part of a broader ministry serving the local area. Visitors should check opening times before planning a visit, as these vary depending on services and activities scheduled at the site.
Did you know?
Eight bells cast by the Whitechapel Bell Foundry in 1949 and a two-manual pipe organ from 1938 occupy a significant place in the building. These instruments represent specialized craftsmanship and contribute to a distinct musical identity that few visitors expect to find here.
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