St John the Baptist's Church, Earlestown

St John the Baptist's Church is an Anglican worship building made of yellow sandstone with red sandstone accents on its exterior. Tall, pointed windows with geometric patterns run along the walls, and a modern addition was built on the west side during the 1970s.

Construction began in 1875 to serve the growing population of Earlestown, and the building was consecrated in 1879 as a place of worship. Expansions happened between 1925 and 1926, adding more space to the structure.

The church has been the hub of the local community since it opened, shaping the identity of Earlestown over generations. Regular worship and meetings show how residents have woven it into their daily life and traditions.

The church is located on Market Street and can seat around 600 people comfortably inside. The interior is accessible, and the modern west extension provides extra space for events and gatherings.

The original design included a tower that was never finished, with only its base remaining from the extensions done in the 1920s. This incomplete feature tells a story of how plans changed over time as the community's needs shifted.

Inception: 1926

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://achurchnearyou.com/earlestown-st-john

GPS coordinates: 53.45360,-2.64470

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:04