All Saints' Church, Oakleigh Park facts for kids

All Saints' Church seen from the east side.

All Saints' Church seen from the west side.

All Saints' Church is a special place of worship in Oakleigh Park, London. It belongs to the Church of England. You can find it on Oakleigh Road North. Sometimes, people call it All Saints' Friern Barnet. This church is also a grade II listed building. This means it is an important historical building that needs to be protected.

Building All Saints' Church

The building of All Saints' Church was made possible by a kind person named John Miles. He was a local land-owner. Mr. Miles paid for the church to be built. He also gave the land where the church stands. In addition, he provided the parish hall and the vicarage. These are located in Myddleton Park.

Church Design and Style

The church was built around 1883. It was designed by an architect named Joseph Clarke. He used a style called Gothic Revival. This style looks like old Early English churches.

What the Church Looks Like

The main part of the church is called the nave. It has aisles on both the north and south sides. There is also a rounded area at the end called an apsidal chancel. A tall tower with a spire stands at the north-west corner. The outside of the church is made of flint stones. It has smooth stone details called ashlar dressings. Inside, you can see beautiful paintings on the walls. These murals were created by Thomas Gambier Parry.

Remembering Heroes: War Memorials

Inside All Saints' Church, you will find special plaques. These plaques remember people who died in the world wars. In the church porch, there is a "Roll of Honour." This list names those who died in the First World War.

Outdoor Memorial

Outside the church, there is another memorial. It stands at the corner of Oakleigh Road North and Myddleton Park. This memorial remembers people from both world wars. It is known as the All Saints Church Parishioners war memorial. The names of these brave individuals are also written inside the church.

Gallery

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  Beautiful stained glass window inside the church.

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  The First World War Roll of Honour, found in the church porch.

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  The All Saints Church Parishioners war memorial outside the church.