Christ Church, Higher Bebington

Christ Church is a Gothic Revival church building in Higher Bebington featuring pointed arches and walls of rock-faced stone with dressed stone details. The interior contains a wooden pulpit with carved panels, arch-braced collar roof system, and nineteenth-century stained glass.

The building was designed by architect George Edward Street and completed in 1859 during a period of rapid Anglican expansion in Victorian communities. It reflects the era's enthusiasm for constructing new parish churches as neighborhoods expanded.

The church serves the local community as a place for worship and gathering throughout the week. People come here for services and to participate in events that bring neighbors together.

The church is situated in a residential area with nearby parking and straightforward access from local roads. Check service times beforehand if you want to visit during a gathering or see the interior fully.

The roof uses an arch-braced collar system that was structurally advanced for its time in the nineteenth century. This building technique allowed the interior space to remain open without supporting columns in the main gathering area.

Location: Wirral

Inception: 1859

Architectural style: Gothic Revival

Website: http://christchurchbeb.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.35870,-3.02530

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00