Christ Church, Church building in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, United Kingdom.
Christ Church features Classical architectural elements with Doric columns, a western square tower, and an octagonal belfry topped by a Gothic spire.
The church construction began in 1805 with support from King George III, who contributed £1,000, and was consecrated in 1813 under Lord Chamberlain George Legge.
The ground floor offered free seating to all visitors, earning the building the name 'Free Church' and making it accessible to people of all social classes.
The church operated until 1897, when its closure led to the sale of the property, with proceeds funding the construction of St Agatha's Church in Sparkbrook.
John Baskerville, the creator of the Baskerville typeface and a notable printer, was interred in the catacombs beneath Christ Church.
Location: Birmingham
GPS coordinates: 52.46342,-1.87211
Latest update: March 5, 2025 07:11
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