Holy Trinity Church

Holy Trinity Church is a church building in Bordesley, Birmingham, constructed in light Bath stone with exterior features including pointed buttresses and octagonal turrets. Inside, it preserves the original coved ceiling, galleries, and functional fittings from when it was completed.

The architect Francis Goodwin designed it and the church was completed in 1822 as Birmingham was rapidly growing and becoming an industrial center. This building represents a moment when the region was undergoing major architectural change.

The church displays cast iron in its large west windows, reflecting Birmingham's deep connection to heavy industry and metalworking crafts. This choice of materials shapes how the interior looks and shows visitors the industrial strength of the region during that era.

Access is through a recessed entrance area beneath a parapeted gable, which makes entry clear and easy to find. The galleries inside offer good sightlines throughout the space, and visitors should allow time to examine the stonework and windows in detail.

The west side of the church features a large rose window made from cast iron, a technical feature that was unusual to see in this form at the time. This window shows how traditional gothic shapes were combined with modern manufacturing methods.

Location: Birmingham

Inception: 1822

Architects: Francis Goodwin

GPS coordinates: 52.47051,-1.87758

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:08