Holy Trinity Church, Milford facts for kids
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Holy Trinity Church, Milford
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 Holy Trinity Church, Milford
Location in Derbyshire
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| 53°00′14.26″N 1°28′41.69″W / 53.0039611°N 1.4782472°W | |
| Location | Milford, Derbyshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | Holy Trinity |
| Consecrated | 26 July 1848 |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Architect(s) | William Bonython Moffatt |
| Completed | 1848 |
| Closed | 2021 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Milford |
| Deanery | Duffield |
| Archdeaconry | Derby |
| Diocese | Derby |
| Province | Canterbury |
Holy Trinity Church in Milford, Derbyshire was once a busy local church. It is a special building because it is a Grade II listed building. This means it is important and protected for its history and architecture. The church was part of the Church of England.
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The Church's Story: A Look Back
This church was designed by an architect named William Bonython Moffatt. The building work was done by Mr. Thompson from Derby. The church was officially opened on July 26, 1848. A special church leader, the Bishop of Lichfield, led the opening ceremony. Later, in 1909, the church got bigger. A new room for the church leaders and a community room were added. These new parts were designed by Hunter and Woodhouse from Belper.
Musical History: The Church Organs
Churches often have large musical instruments called organs. Holy Trinity Church got its first pipe organ in 1905. It was built by a company called Bevington and Sons. This organ was used for many years. However, in 1994, it was sold and moved all the way to Australia! The church then got a different, older organ. This organ was made in 1874 by J.M. Grunwell. It had been used before in the Belper Baptist Church. You can find more details about this type of organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
Why the Church Closed Its Doors
Keeping old buildings in good condition can be very expensive. The cost of looking after Holy Trinity Church became too high. Because of this, a decision was made in 2021 to stop holding church services there. The very last service at the church took place on September 26, 2021.
See Also
- Listed buildings in Belper
