Church of St John the Baptist, Outwood facts for kids
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St John the Baptist, Outwood
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 Church of St John the Baptist, Outwood
Location in Surrey
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| 51°11′54″N 0°06′46″W / 51.1982°N 0.1128°W | |
| Location | Brickfield Road, Outwood, Surrey |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | http://www.windmillchurches.co.uk |
| History | |
| Status | Parish Church |
| Dedicated | 1869 |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | William Burges W.P. Manning |
| Architectural type | Church |
| Style | Plain lancet/Anglo-Norman (revival), Grade II listed |
| Specifications | |
| Capacity | c.150 |
| Bells | 4 (full circle) |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Outwood |
| Diocese | Anglican Diocese of Southwark |
The Church of St John the Baptist, Outwood, is a special church located in Outwood, Surrey, England. It serves as the main church for the local community.
About the Church and Its Services
The Church of St John the Baptist is part of the Anglican Diocese of Southwark. It follows a traditional style of worship.
Christmas Services
During Christmas, the church holds a special afternoon crib service with candles. There is also a midnight mass. Before Christmas Eve, a carol service is held on a Sunday.
Church Leaders
The church leaders, called clergy, also serve the nearby areas of Burstow and Horne. These three parishes work together as one group.
The Church Building and Its Surroundings
The church building has a unique design and is set in a beautiful area.
Church Architecture
The Church of St John the Baptist was built in 1869. It was designed by a famous architect named William Burges. The church tower was added later in 1876 by W. P. Manning. It has a cool half-round part next to one of its supports.
Inside, the church has a simple brick design. Outside, it is made of rough stone with a smooth tower over brick. The building is considered a Grade II listed building, which means it's an important historical building.
Church Setting
The church is surrounded by land owned by the National Trust. This includes a farm, a common meadow, and thick woods. The church also has a room called a vestry where choir and clergy robes are kept. There is a well-kept graveyard around the church.
Inside the Church
The outside of the church uses local Reigate Stone. The inside has brick walls and wooden beams. The ceiling is made of acorn-shaped wooden strips. The brickwork inside is very detailed, showing great skill from the Victorian era. The building has heating and electricity.
The Outwood Parish
Outwood is a parish of the Church of England. This area is close to the town of Horley. It has many farms and cottages spread out along country roads.
Parish History
The current Outwood parish was created on August 19, 1870. It was formed from parts of five older parishes: Burstow, Blechingley, Horley, Horne, and Nutfield. Burstow and Horne are close by, with Burstow's largest part being the village of Smallfield.
Other Activities
Bell ringing practice happens at the church on Monday evenings.
See also
- Diocese of Southwark
- List of places of worship in Tandridge (district)
