St Peter's Church, Aston-by-Sutton, Neoclassical church in Aston-by-Sutton, England.
The church displays symmetrical architecture with ornate columns, a grand entrance, and a tower featuring a cupola belfry built from Runcorn sandstone.
The present structure, designed by architect John Vanbrugh, replaced an earlier chapel from 1236 and was established on January 17, 1695.
The interior contains original 17th-century flooring, oak pews, and numerous memorials dedicated to the Aston family from multiple centuries.
The building serves as an active Anglican parish church within the diocese of Chester, holding regular religious services throughout the week.
The churchyard contains the grave of Chloe Gambia, an enslaved person who served the Aston family until her death in 1838.
Location: Aston-by-Sutton
Inception: 1695
Architects: John Vanbrugh
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Website: http://parishof.org/#!st-peters-aston-by-sutton/ctzi
GPS coordinates: 53.30120,-2.66790
Latest update: March 12, 2025 09:04
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