Holy Trinity Church, Stanton-in-Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Holy Trinity Church, Stanton-in-Peak |
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Holy Trinity Church, Stanton in Peak
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| 53°10′29.73″N 1°38′25.99″W / 53.1749250°N 1.6405528°W | |
| Location | Stanton in Peak |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | Holy Trinity |
| Consecrated | 29 September 1875 |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Groundbreaking | 1837 |
| Completed | September 1839 |
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| Parish | Stanton in Peak |
| Deanery | Bakewell and Eyam |
| Archdeaconry | Chesterfield |
| Diocese | Diocese of Derby |
Holy Trinity Church, Stanton-in-Peak is an old church in Stanton in Peak, Derbyshire, England. It is part of the Church of England and is considered a special building because it is Grade II listed. This means it is important for its history and architecture.
History of the Church
This church was built for a man named William Pole Thornhill. He owned a large estate called Stanton Hall, Stanton in Peak. His wife laid the first stone for the church in 1837.
The church was ready for people to worship in September 1839. Francis Hodgson, an important church leader, officially opened it. Later, in 1875, it became a proper parish church. This means it was the main church for the local area. Bishop George Selwyn officially dedicated it to the Holy Trinity on September 29, 1875. The churchyard, where people are buried, was also made sacred at the same time.
What is a Parish Church?
A parish church serves a specific local area. Holy Trinity Church is part of a "joint parish." This means it shares its church duties with other nearby churches.
These churches are:
- St Michael's Church, Birchover
- St Michael and All Angels’ Church, Middleton-by-Youlgreave
- All Saints’ Church, Youlgreave
The Church Organ
A musical instrument called an organ was put into the church in 1877. It was a gift from Mrs. Thornhill Gell. Organs are large instruments that make music using pipes. You can find details about this specific organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
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