St Silas' Church, Grade II listed church in Birmingham, England
St Silas' Church is a Victorian-era church in Birmingham designed with galleries positioned across the transepts and in the western part of the nave. The building features architectural details typical of mid-19th century English church construction.
The foundation stone was laid in 1852 with a capsule containing coins placed beneath a brass plate marking the occasion. The church was built as Birmingham expanded as an industrial city.
The church initially provided 1000 seats, including 340 free spaces, reflecting the social considerations of religious institutions in Victorian Birmingham.
The building is located on Preston New Road and holds Grade II listed status, which restricts structural modifications. Visitors should be aware that the church may not be regularly open to the public.
Composer Albert Ketèlbey started his musical career as a chorister at the church during his youth. His time there contributed to his development as a notable composer.
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