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Church of St Barnabas, Pimlico
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Location St Barnabas Street, Pimlico, London, SW1W 8PF
Country England
Denomination Church of England
Churchmanship Traditional Catholic
History
Status Active
Architecture
Functional status Parish church
Heritage designation Grade I listed
Architect(s) Thomas Cundy
Years built 1850
Administration
Parish St. Barnabas, Pimlico
Deanery Westminster St Margaret
Archdeaconry Archdeaconry of Charing Cross
Episcopal area Two Cities
Diocese Diocese of London

The Church of St Barnabas is a special Church of England church located in Pimlico, London. It's not just any church; it's a Grade I listed building, which means it's considered very important and protected. This church is famous for its Anglo-Catholic traditions. It was the first church in England built to show the ideas of the Anglo-Catholic movement in its design and services.

History of St Barnabas Church

The Church of St Barnabas was built between 1847 and 1850. It was designed by Thomas Cundy (junior), with help from William Butterfield. This church was one of the first "Ritualistic" churches. This means it used more traditional ceremonies and practices.

It was also the first church in London where all the seats were free. Back then, it was common for churches to charge people to sit in pews. St Barnabas changed this, making it open to everyone. Some paintings in the church's crypt were done by Charles Edgar Buckeridge. In 1958, the church was officially named a Grade I listed building. This helps protect its history and unique architecture.

Important People at St Barnabas

Many notable clergy members have served at St Barnabas Church over the years. These individuals played important roles in the church's history.

  • W. J. E. Bennett: He was an early leader at the church.
  • Alfred Gurney: He served as the vicar.
  • John Hudson: He was a curate here before becoming a bishop.
  • Charles Lowder: He was a curate and later founded the Society of the Holy Cross.
  • Frederick Ouseley: He was also a curate at the church.
  • Victor Shearburn: He served as a curate before becoming a bishop.
  • George Ratcliffe Woodward: He was a curate known for his hymns.

Images for kids

  • Mosaic in St Barnabas, Pimlico

    A beautiful mosaic showing the nativity scene with a shepherd.

  • Mosaic, St Barnabas, Pimlico

    Another mosaic of the nativity, this time with the Magi.

  • St Barnabas Church Interior, Pimlico, London, UK - Diliff

    A view of the nave, which is the main part of the church where people sit.

  • St Barnabas Church 360x180, Pimlico, London, UK - Diliff

    The chancel, the area near the altar.

  • St Barnabas, Pimlico, London (5989052702)

    The church building and the parsonage, where the clergy live.

  • Pimlico,St Barnabas Church, altar

    A close-up view of the church's altar.

  • Pimlico, St Barnabas Church, screen

    The screen, designed by Bodley in 1906. He also designed the organ case and reredos.

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