St Peter's Church, Edgmond

St Peter's Church is a church building in English Gothic style in Edgmond, distinguished by a sandstone structure with a west tower, side aisles, and an embattled parapet with corner pinnacles. The interior contains a two-manual pipe organ from the 1860s and eight bells, with four of them cast in 1721.

The church originally developed around 1350 and underwent major expansion in the 13th century that shaped its current form. In the late 1800s, architect George Edmund Street carried out extensive restoration work that helped preserve the building for future generations.

The interior contains decorative works spanning centuries, including a stone reredos from 1899 depicting the Crucifixion and religious figures, plus stained glass windows created in 1891. These artworks shape the visual experience and reflect the craftsmanship traditions maintained across different periods.

The building is open during regular worship services and welcomes visitors interested in viewing the architecture and artwork. It is worth checking ahead about opening times, as the church primarily serves as an active place of worship rather than a standalone museum space.

The churchyard contains the war grave of a Royal Garrison Artillery soldier from World War I. This connection to military history gives the site a role as a memorial for local losses during that period.

Location: Edgmond

Inception: 14 century

Architects: George Edmund Street

Architectural style: English Gothic architecture

Website: http://stpeterschurchedgmond.org

GPS coordinates: 52.77050,-2.41610

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:02