Christ Church, Armley facts for kids
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| 53°47′57″N 1°35′53″W / 53.7992°N 1.5981°W | |
| Location | Armley, Leeds |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Status | Parish Church |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | Richard L. Adams |
| Style | Gothic revival architecture |
| Groundbreaking | 1869 |
| Completed | 1872 |
| Specifications | |
| Materials | Coursed square gritstone |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Armley |
| Archdeaconry | Leeds |
| Diocese | Leeds |
| Province | York |
Christ Church is a church located in Armley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church, meaning it serves the local community. This church is one of two Church of England churches in Armley. The other is the larger St. Bartholomew's Church. Christ Church is recognized as a Grade II listed building, which means it is an important historical building.
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History of Christ Church
The construction of Christ Church began in 1869. It was finished and opened in 1872. The church was designed by an architect named Richard L. Adams. In 1976, the church was officially listed as a Grade II building. This protects its historical importance.
The inside of the church was updated in 1984. In 1986, Christ Church was part of the BBC's Domesday Project. This project recorded details about places across the UK for future generations. The project noted that the church was thinking about its future. To save money on heating, the ceiling was lowered. The main area, called the nave, was also divided. This allowed the church to still use 250 to 350 seats.
Where to Find Christ Church
Christ Church is located in Upper Armley. You can find it where Theaker Lane, Moorfield Road, and Armley Ridge Road meet. It is the closest Anglican church to the very center of Armley.
Church Design and Style
The church is built from strong, square pieces of gritstone. It has a roof made of slates that slopes steeply. Christ Church was designed in the Gothic Revival style. This style brings back elements from medieval Gothic cathedrals.
The church has a tall and impressive nave. The nave is the main part of the church where people sit. It features special windows called clerestory windows. These windows are high up and let in lots of light.
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- List of places of worship in the City of Leeds
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