All Saints' Parish Church, Ilkley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids All Saints' Church |
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| Parish Church of All Saints, Ilkley | |
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| 53°55′35″N 1°49′27″W / 53.9265°N 1.8242°W | |
| Location | Ilkley, West Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Evangelical |
| History | |
| Status | Parish Church |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II* listed building |
| Architect(s) | Mallinson & Healey (19th century extension and restoration) |
| Specifications | |
| Materials | Dressed sandstone with slate roofs |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Ilkley |
| Diocese | Leeds |
| Province | York |
All Saints' Church is a historic church located in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, England. It's an active Anglican church, meaning it belongs to the Church of England.
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History of All Saints' Church
This church stands on a very old spot. It was built where a Roman fort once stood! In 1925, two Roman altars were even found inside the church tower.
Inside the church, you can see three ancient stone crosses. These crosses are from the 8th century, a time called the Anglo-Saxon period. They used to be outside, but now they are kept safe inside.
The oldest part of the church is the south doorway, built in the 13th century. The main part of the church, called the nave, dates back to the 14th century. The tall tower was added in the 15th century.
The church was made bigger and repaired between 1860 and 1861. This work was done by architects named Mallinson & Healey. In 1927, a room called the vestry was made larger. After World War II, this room became a special chapel to remember those who served.
All Saints' Church is considered a very important old building. On July 18, 1949, it was given a special status called "Grade II* listed." This means it's a building of more than special interest.
What Does All Saints' Church Look Like?
Outside the Church
The church mostly looks like a mix of Tudor and Gothic styles. These styles were popular in the 15th and 16th centuries. The church has a tall, three-part tower with a clock on its south side. The main part of the church, the nave, has windows that let in light.
Inside the Church
Inside, the church has four main arches supported by eight-sided pillars. The floors are made of stone tiles. The area near the altar, called the chancel, has colorful mosaic tiles. The walls inside are made of exposed stone.
You can also see an old, simple stone basin called a font. This is where baptisms take place. It sits on a base from the 19th century. The pulpit, where the priest gives sermons, was added in 1889. It's a square wooden stand with pictures of Jesus and his followers.
See also
- Grade II* listed buildings in Bradford
- Listed buildings in Ilkley
