All Saints' Church, Isleworth facts for kids
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All Saints in the early 19th century
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| 51°28′18″N 0°19′11″W / 51.4717°N 0.3198°W | |
| Location | Isleworth |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Previous denomination | Roman Catholicism |
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| Heritage designation | Grade II* |
| Designated | 15 June 1951 |
All Saints' Church is the oldest local church in Isleworth. This town is located in the London Borough of Hounslow in south-west London.
The church's tower and its foundations are very old. They date back to the 14th century. These are the only parts of the church that remain from before the 1900s. The church stands facing the River Thames. Its parish has existed since before the Norman Conquest.
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A Look at All Saints' History
All Saints' Church has a long and interesting past. Records from 1290 mention a vicar (a type of priest) who worked there. This vicar received support from Syon Abbey. After the dissolution of the monasteries (when many religious houses were closed), the church's ownership changed. It then belonged to the trustees of St George's Chapel, Windsor.
Rebuilding the Church
By the late 1600s, the church building was in poor condition. Famous architect Sir Christopher Wren was asked to design new plans. However, his ideas were too expensive at first.
Things changed in 1705. Sir Orlando Gee, a local Member of Parliament, left £500 in his will for the church. This money, along with other donations, helped pay for the rebuilding. The work took place between 1705 and 1706.
Music and Modern Changes
From 1760 to 1790, a music expert named Marmaduke Overend was the church's organist.
In 1943, a large fire caused significant damage to the church. This led to a complete rebuilding of the inside. The new interior was designed using lighter materials.
The current inner part of the church was built in 1970. The architect was Michael Blee, and the glazier (someone who works with glass) was Keith New. The old stone tower from the 15th century was kept. In 1973, the church received a Civic Trust award for its design. It is also a Grade II* listed building, meaning it's a very important historical site.
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All Saints in the early 19th century
