Central Baptist Church, Leicester facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Central Baptist Church |
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| 52°38′01″N 1°07′43″W / 52.633482°N 1.128474°W | |
| Location | Leicester, England, UK |
| Denomination | Baptist |
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| Status | open |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Designated | 1973 |
| Architect(s) | William Flynt |
| Completed | 1832 |
The Central Baptist Church is also known as the Charles Street Baptist Chapel. It is a Baptist church located on Charles Street in Leicester, England, UK. This church is part of the Baptist Union of Great Britain.
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What is the Central Baptist Church?
The Central Baptist Church is a place of worship for Baptists. It stands in the city of Leicester, which is in England. The church is an important part of the local community.
A Look at Its History
In the 1800s, Leicester was a city with many different Christian groups. It was known for having many non-conformist chapels and churches. Non-conformists were Protestants who did not follow the Church of England. Many Baptist chapels were built in Leicester during this time.
The Charles Street Baptist Chapel was designed by William Flynt. He was a well-known architect in the area. The building was finished in 1830.
Later, in the 1940s, another church joined with the Charles Street Chapel. This was the congregation from the Belvoir Street Chapel. Together, they became known as the United Baptist Church.
In 1973, the building was given a special status. It became a Grade II listed building. This means it is an important historical building that needs to be protected. In 1983, the church was renamed the Central Baptist Church. It is now the only Baptist church from that time left in Leicester City Centre.
The William Carey Museum
Inside the Central Baptist Church, you can also find the William Carey Museum. This museum is dedicated to William Carey. He was a very important person in the history of Baptist missions. William Carey helped to create the Baptist Missionary Society.
See also
- List of Baptist churches in England
