St John the Baptist's Church, Arkholme, Gothic Revival church in Arkholme, England.
Description
St John the Baptist's Church in Arkholme is a sandstone building in Gothic style featuring four arcade bays and octagonal piers throughout its interior. The structure is topped with a stone slate roof and contains various architectural details accumulated over centuries of use and alteration.
History
The building began as a small chapel around 1450 to serve the local community. Over time it was altered several times, including the addition of a bellcote in 1788 and substantial renovation work done in 1897.
Culture
The windows inside display stained glass created in 1965 by Shrigley and Hunt, along with older glass pieces that shape how light fills the space. These works reflect both modern and historical artistic traditions within the church.
Practical
The church is open to visitors during daylight hours with street parking available near the entrance. Accessibility is straightforward, with the main facilities located within walking distance of the parking areas.
Did you know?
The bell hanging in the western bellcote carries an inscription written in medieval capitals from the 14th century. This makes it one of the oldest surviving bells of its kind in England.
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