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Holy Innocents Church
Holy Innocents, South Norwood (geograph 4161105).jpg
51°23′49″N 0°04′46″W / 51.39706°N 0.07952°W / 51.39706; -0.07952
Country United Kingdom
Denomination Church of England
Churchmanship Anglo-Catholic
History
Consecrated 1895
Architecture
Heritage designation Grade II* listed
Architect(s) George Frederick Bodley
Style Perpendicular Neo-Gothic
Years built 1894-1895
Administration
Parish Holy Innocents,
South Norwood
Deanery Croydon North
Archdeaconry Croydon
Episcopal area Croydon
Diocese Southwark
Province Canterbury

The Holy Innocents Church is a special church located in South Norwood, a part of south London. It belongs to the Church of England. This church is named after the "Holy Innocents," which refers to a sad event from the Bible.

The church was built a long time ago, between 1894 and 1895. It was designed by a famous British architect named George Frederick Bodley. The building looks like older churches from a style called "Perpendicular Neo-Gothic." This means it has tall, straight lines and big windows, like churches built many centuries ago. Even though a tall tower was planned, it was never built. Since 1976, the church has been a "Grade II* listed" building. This means it's a very important historical building that needs to be protected.

About the Church Building

The Holy Innocents Church is a great example of a style called Neo-Gothic. This style tries to copy the look of churches from the Middle Ages. Specifically, it copies the Perpendicular style, which was popular in England from the late 1300s to the mid-1500s.

Who Designed It?

The church was designed by George Frederick Bodley. He was a very well-known architect who designed many churches. He was famous for bringing back older styles of architecture. His work often included beautiful details and a grand feel.

When Was It Built?

Construction of the church happened quite quickly. It started in 1894 and was finished by 1895. This means the main part of the church was built in just one year!

What Does "Grade II* Listed" Mean?

Being "Grade II* listed" is a special honor for a building in the United Kingdom. It means the building is very important and has special historical or architectural value. Only about 5.5% of listed buildings have this Grade II* status. It helps protect the church so it can be enjoyed for many years to come.

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