Euxton Hall Chapel facts for kids
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 Euxton Hall Chapel
Location in the Borough of Chorley
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| 53°39′40″N 2°40′30″W / 53.6612°N 2.6750°W | |
| Location | Euxton, Lancashire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic |
| History | |
| Status | Family chapel |
| Founded | 15 August 1866 |
| Architecture | |
| Functional status | Private dwelling |
| Architect(s) | E. W. Pugin |
| Architectural type | Chapel |
| Style | Gothic |
| Closed | 24 July 1982 |
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| Materials | Red sandstone with yellow stone dressings |
Euxton Hall Chapel is a beautiful old building in Euxton, Lancashire, England. It was designed by a famous architect named E. W. Pugin and built in 1866. This chapel was once a private place of worship for the Anderton family. It's considered a very important historical building, known as a Grade II listed building. Many experts agree it's a special example of Pugin's work.
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A Chapel's History and Design
The chapel was built in 1866 for the Anderton family. It was their own private place for religious services. The architect, E. W. Pugin, was well-known for his work. He designed the chapel in the Gothic style.
The Gothic style was very popular during the Gothic Revival period. This was when people wanted to bring back medieval building styles. Euxton Hall Chapel is thought to be one of the best Victorian chapels from this time.
What the Chapel Looks Like
The outside of the chapel shows off Pugin's unique style. On the south side, there are three pairs of lancet windows. These are tall, narrow windows with pointed tops, common in medieval churches. Each window arch has detailed carvings.
The roof of the chapel is covered with special slate tiles. These tiles are arranged in cool geometric patterns. This kind of patterned roof was also a common feature in Pugin's designs.
From Chapel to Home
For many years, the building served as a chapel. However, on July 24, 1982, it closed its doors as a place of worship. In 2004, a conservationist named Andrew Gray worked to restore the chapel. He carefully changed it into a private home.
Special Features Inside
One of the most interesting parts of the chapel is its large stained glass window. This window is located on the west wall. It was made by a company called Hardman & Co. and finished on October 14, 1866.
The window shows the coat of arms of the Anderton family. A coat of arms is like a special symbol for a family. You can see this same family symbol repeated in the floor tiles.
The Floor Tiles
The chapel's center aisle has special encaustic floor tiles. These tiles have patterns pressed into them. Herbert Minton was the first person to make these types of tiles in 1830.
Minton worked closely with Pugin on many projects. They designed tiles together for famous buildings, like the Palace of Westminster. This shows how important the tiles in Euxton Hall Chapel are.
See also
- Listed buildings in Euxton
