In 1845 a district of ST. LUKE was formed out of St. Edward's parish; it covered the eastern part of Leek and Lowe township, including most of the eastern side of Leek town, and also Tittesworth township.Benjamin Pidcock, minister 1845–82, at first held services in a room over a stable in the yard of the Black's Head inn in Derby Street. In 1846 land bounded by Queen Street and Fountain Street was bought as the site for a church and school, and with the opening of the school in 1847 services were transferred there.The church was consecrated in 1848.
St. Luke's church consists of a chancel with a north vestry and a north organ chamber, an aisled nave of five bays with a south porch, and a west tower with a south-east turret. Built of sandstone in a Gothic style, it was designed by F. J. Francis of London,
here is a drawing done at that time.In 1979 St. Luke's parish became part of the new Leek parish, with its vicar becoming a team vicar.
I just love old churches and this one looks lovely with its large windows. The tower is unusual for me. I rarely see rectangular ones — squares and circles are more common here.
ReplyDeleteVery similar to a church in Lymm, Cheshire. Gardens and all - I don't know the name of it though to check online for a photo. :(
ReplyDeleteGreat shot! Thanks for the brief historical insight. Would love to open those doors and take a peek!
ReplyDeleteBrett - heavenly photo! Gorgeous church in a lovely setting. How are the music and worship inside? Take us inside for a pic or two!
ReplyDeleteOld churches just lend themselves to be photographed or painted. This is beautiful. Thanks for bit of history too.
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