Smethwick Old Church, Anglican parish church in Sandwell, England.
Smethwick Old Church is an Anglican parish church located where The Uplands meets Church Road in Sandwell. The building displays traditional ecclesiastical design and holds Grade II* listed status.
The church was founded in 1732 as a chapel serving the parish of St Peter's in Harborne. A bequest from local resident Dorothy Parkes provided the funding for its construction.
The church serves as a gathering place for the local Anglican community and remains active in parish life. It functions as a spiritual center where residents connect with their faith and with one another.
The church sits roughly 6 kilometers west of Birmingham's city center and is equipped with features supporting various mobility needs. A hearing loop system is available to help visitors follow services.
This building stands as the oldest surviving structure in Smethwick, offering a window into the area's early development. Its records are carefully preserved at the Sandwell Community History and Archives Service.
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