Holy Trinity Church, Bembridge facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Holy Trinity Church, Bembridge |
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Viewed from the south-east
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Broad Church |
| Website | [1] |
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| Dedication | Holy Trinity |
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| Parish | Bembridge |
| Diocese | Portsmouth |
| Province | Canterbury |
Holy Trinity Church is a special church in Bembridge, a village on the Isle of Wight. It's part of the Church of England, which is the main Christian church in England. This church serves the local community as a parish church, meaning it's the main church for the people living in the Bembridge area.
About the Church's Location
This church is located in a green, quiet area of Bembridge. It's near the village library, which used to be the old school. You can also find the local heritage centre close by. A short walk up the hill leads to the village's war memorial. The church is part of a one-way road system that connects the main street to the harbour.
History of Holy Trinity Church
The church you see today was built a long time ago, between 1845 and 1846. Before this one, there was an even older church built in 1827. But that first church wasn't very strong. It had problems with its structure, so it had to be replaced with the current, safer building.
The Church Organ
Inside the church, there's a beautiful pipe organ. It was made in 1884 by a company called Forster and Andrews. This type of organ uses air blown through pipes to make music. You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register website.
