All Saints Church, Scholar Green

All Saints Church is a Gothic Revival church building in Scholar Green featuring pointed arches and ribbed vaulting. Its structure displays finely carved light-colored stonework characteristic of mid-19th-century religious architecture.

Construction began in 1864 under architect George Gilbert Scott during the height of the Gothic Revival movement. The project emerged from Victorian enthusiasm for recreating medieval Gothic forms in contemporary church building.

The church serves as a gathering place for worship and community events in the village. Visitors can observe the craftsmanship of Victorian stonemasons reflected in the detailed stonework throughout the interior.

The church is accessible to visitors throughout the week and welcomes exploration of its interior and architectural details. It is best to check opening times in advance since they can vary by season and special events.

The building employed innovative construction methods of the 1800s to achieve traditional Gothic forms using modern materials of that era. This blend of historical style with contemporary engineering makes it a notable example of Victorian craftsmanship.

Location: Odd Rode

Inception: 1864

Architects: George Gilbert Scott

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://oddrodeparish.org

GPS coordinates: 53.11420,-2.26450

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:03