St John the Evangelist's Church, Chelford, Art Nouveau church in Chelford, England
Description
St John the Evangelist's Church is a brick structure with stone dressings, a slate roof, and a three-stage west tower rising above the village streetscape. The building comprises a four-bay nave, two-bay chancel, and has been enlarged through various additions over time.
History
This structure replaced a medieval timber-framed chapel in 1774, marking the beginning of its life as a brick building. A west tower was added in 1840 and the chancel was extended in 1902, completing the form seen today.
Culture
The interior displays Art Nouveau wall paintings alongside a pulpit and altar designed by Percy Worthington that reflect how the congregation uses this space for worship. These furnishings show the care taken in creating a distinctive religious setting.
Practical
The church sits on Holmes Chapel Road and is easily accessible from the village center. Contacting the church by phone beforehand helps confirm visiting times and learn about any events or services happening during your visit.
Did you know?
Six bells cast in 1885 by the Whitechapel Bell Foundry, a foundry famous for its bell-making craft, hang within the tower. The church also preserves an inscribed memorial board dating from 1654, connecting the building to much earlier community history.
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