Christ Church, Ironville facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Christ Church, Ironville |
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Christ Church, Ironville
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| 53°03′45.91″N 1°21′3.05″W / 53.0627528°N 1.3508472°W | |
| Location | Ironville, Derbyshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | Christ Church |
| Consecrated | 16 April 1852 |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Architect(s) | Henry Isaac Stevens |
| Groundbreaking | 1851 |
| Completed | 1852 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Ironville |
| Deanery | Alfreton |
| Archdeaconry | Derby |
| Diocese | Derby |
| Province | Canterbury |
Christ Church, Ironville is a special old church building located in Ironville, Derbyshire, in England. It is part of the Church of England and is considered a Grade II listed building, which means it's important and protected.
How the Church Started
This church was built a long time ago, between 1851 and 1852. It was designed by an architect named Henry Isaac Stevens. A company called the Butterley Iron Company helped build it. The church was officially opened for services on April 16, 1852, by the Bishop of Lichfield.
Sharing a Parish
Christ Church, Ironville, shares its church area, called a parish, with another church. This means they work together.
- St James' Church, Riddings is the other church in this joint parish.
The Church Organ
Inside the church, there is a large musical instrument called a pipe organ. It was built in 1876 by Thomas Christopher Lewis. If you are interested in learning more about this organ, you can find details on the National Pipe Organ Register.
