St. Peter's Church

St. Peter's Church is an Anglican place of worship in Woolton built from red sandstone with a 90-foot tower in Gothic Revival style. The building accommodates around 500 people in its nave and side aisles and was designed by the architects Grayson and Ould.

The building was completed in 1887 and replaced an earlier chapel from 1826 that had become too small as Woolton expanded. The decision to construct a larger replacement reflected the rapid growth of the neighborhood during the 1800s.

The stained glass windows and decorated interior furnishings show how much the parish valued skilled craftsmanship and artistic expression. These elements create spaces that feel both solemn and welcoming as people gather for services.

You can locate the church easily thanks to its distinctive red sandstone tower that stands out in the skyline. The interior is open and straightforward to navigate, with seating distributed throughout the main space and side aisles.

The church hall hosted a pivotal moment when two musicians who would later form one of history's most famous bands first met each other. This chance encounter at a performance in 1957 set in motion events that would reshape modern music.

Location: Liverpool

Inception: 1887

Architects: Grayson and Ould

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://stpeters-woolton.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.37600,-2.86940

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:02