St John the Baptist's Church, Chester, Medieval church in Chester, England
The sandstone structure features a four-bay nave with clerestory, transepts, and chancel, standing on a cliff above the River Dee outside Chester's walls.
Founded in 689 by King Aethelred of Mercia, the church served as Chester's cathedral and temporarily housed the Bishop of Lichfield from 1075 to 1095.
The interior contains medieval effigies from the late 13th century, two 15th-century fonts, and stained glass windows created by notable artisans.
The building maintains regular services and allows visitors to explore its architectural elements, memorials, and grave markers during designated opening hours.
The central tower experienced two collapses in 1468 and 1572, while the West Tower fell on Good Friday 1881, marking significant events in its structural history.
Location: Cheshire West and Chester
Inception: 11 century
Architects: Richard Charles Hussey
Architectural style: English Gothic architecture, Norman architecture
Website: https://stjohnschester.uk
GPS coordinates: 53.18869,-2.88594
Latest update: May 22, 2025 09:48
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