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 beautiful old church located in the village of Bembridge on the Isle of Wight. It is part of the Church of England and serves as a local parish church for the community.
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Where is Holy Trinity Church?
The church is in a lovely, green area of Bembridge. It sits on a one-way road that connects the main street to the harbour. Right next door, you'll find the local library. This building used to be the village schoolhouse a long time ago. There's also a heritage centre nearby, which tells the story of the village. A short walk up the hill from the church is the village's war memorial.
A Look at the Church's History
When Was the Church Built?
The current Holy Trinity Church was built a long time ago, between 1845 and 1846. Imagine, that's almost 180 years ago!
Why a New Church?
Before this church, there was an even older one in Bembridge. It was built in 1827. However, that first church wasn't very stable. Because of this, it was replaced by the stronger, more lasting building you see today.
The Church's Pipe Organ
What is a Pipe Organ?
Holy Trinity Church has a special musical instrument called a pipe organ. Unlike a regular keyboard, a pipe organ makes sound by sending air through many different pipes. These pipes come in all shapes and sizes, creating a huge range of sounds. It's like having an entire orchestra in one instrument!
The Organ's Age
The pipe organ at Holy Trinity Church is very old. It was made in 1884 by a company called Forster and Andrews. This means the organ is over 140 years old and still makes music! You can find more details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register website.
