St. John's Church

St. John's Church is a Gothic Revival building in Glassonby featuring external buttresses, lancet windows, and a tall spire characteristic of its style. The structure has been converted into residential apartments while retaining its listed building status.

The building dates to 1868 when it was constructed to serve the local community's spiritual needs during a period of religious expansion. After closure in 2002, it was adapted for residential use in the following decade.

The building represents how different Christian communities shaped the religious landscape of rural England during the 1800s. You can sense this history in the way the structure was designed for its congregation.

The building is now privately owned residential apartments, so exterior viewing is possible but interior access is limited to residents. The Gothic features are best seen from the approach road, particularly the spire and window details.

The building once housed a distinctive stained glass window with geometric and floral patterns created by a local craftsman for the eastern end. This window was a remarkable example of how artisans decorated such structures in the 1800s.

Location: Glassonby

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

GPS coordinates: 54.74705,-2.60787

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20