St John the Evangelist's Church, Kingsley, Gothic Revival church in Kingsley, England
Description
St John the Evangelist's Church is a Gothic Revival building with red sandstone rubble walls, a grey slate roof, and a west tower crowned with an ornamental spire. Inside, it features a stone reredos with polished granite columns and large windows that dominate the walls.
History
The church began construction in 1850 following designs by architect George Gilbert Scott. The Church Building Commission provided support for this project, which emerged during a period of church renewal and expansion.
Culture
The stained glass windows created by Clayton and Bell in 1880 fill the interior with colored light and shape the experience of stepping inside. These windows are among the most striking visual elements that visitors notice immediately.
Practical
The building is accessible to visitors during regular service times throughout the year. It is worth checking opening information before visiting, as times can vary depending on the season and special events.
Did you know?
The west tower features triangular bell openings decorated with tracery and a corbel table below. The spire has small windows called lucarnes on each of the four cardinal directions, giving the structure a distinctive silhouette from afar.
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