St Thomas' Church, Pendleton, Gothic Revival church in Pendleton, England
St Thomas' Church is a Gothic building in Pendleton featuring a three-stage tower with polygonal pilasters, decorative crenellations, and pointed pinnacles. The west entrance has a window with three lights and showcases the architectural style of the period.
Construction took place in 1831 following architect Francis Goodwin's design, with substantial financial support from the Church Building Commission. This funding was part of a broader effort to build churches across England during a period of expansion.
The interior displays stained glass windows created by Hardman that depict moments from the life of Saint Thomas, positioned alongside slender piers in Perpendicular style. These windows fill the space with colored light and tell religious stories that visitors can discover while exploring inside.
Check opening times before visiting, as the space is primarily used for religious services at set times throughout the week. Pay attention to signage that indicates visitor access during and outside of service hours.
The interior holds a three-manual organ built by Samuel Renn in 1839 that still sounds today. Eight bells cast by John Taylor & Co in 1906 were added later and contribute to the building's acoustic character.
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