Church of St Martin, Marple facts for kids
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Church of St Martin, Marple
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| Location | Marple, England |
 Location in Greater Manchester
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| Architect(s) | J. D. Sedding |
| Architectural type | Church |
| Completed | 1870 |
| Materials | Stone with ashlar dressings, clay tile roof and timber framed porch |
The Church of St Martin is a beautiful old church located in Marple, Greater Manchester, England. It was built a long time ago, in the 19th century. This church is a special place with a rich history and amazing artwork inside.
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Building the Church of St Martin
The Church of St Martin was designed by an architect named J. D. Sedding. A lady named Maria Anne Hudson, who lived nearby, asked for it to be built. Construction started in 1869 and was finished in 1870.
Later Additions to the Church
Over the years, the church grew bigger. A north chapel and an aisle (a side section) were added later. These parts were designed by another architect, Henry Wilson. They were built in 1895 and 1909.
Amazing Art and Features
The Church of St Martin is famous for its stunning stained glass windows. These windows are in the chancel, which is the part of the church near the altar. They were made by a company called Morris.
Famous Artists Behind the Stained Glass
The designs for these colorful windows came from very famous artists. These included Edward Burne-Jones, Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Ford Madox Brown, and William Morris. Their work makes the church's windows truly special.
The Church Organ
The church also has a large organ that was built in 1870. It was made by a well-known organ builder named Henry Willis. This organ has been used for music in the church for over 150 years.
A Special Historic Building
On October 11, 1985, the Church of St Martin was given a special status. It became a Grade II* listed building. This means it is a very important historic building that needs to be protected.
Nearby Historic Buildings
Behind the church, there used to be a schoolroom and a house for the schoolmaster. These buildings are now a community hall and a private home. They were designed by Edmund Sedding, who was J. D. Sedding's brother. These buildings are also listed as historic, at Grade II.
See also
- List of churches in Greater Manchester
- Grade II* listed buildings in Greater Manchester
- Listed buildings in Marple, Greater Manchester
