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 a special old church in Stanton in Peak, Derbyshire, England. It is part of the Church of England. This church is also a Grade II listed building, which means it is important and protected because of its history and architecture.
History of the Church
This church was built for William Pole Thornhill, who owned a large estate nearby. Mrs. Thornhill started the building work by laying the first stone in 1837. The church first opened for services in September 1839.
It officially became a 'parish church' – a church for a specific local area – and was dedicated to the Holy Trinity. Bishop George Selwyn formally consecrated (blessed) the church and its cemetery on September 29, 1875.
Working Together: The Joint Parish
Holy Trinity Church is part of a group of churches called a 'joint parish'. This means it works together with other churches in the area. These churches are:
- St Michael's Church, Birchover
- St Michael and All Angels’ Church, Middleton-by-Youlgreave
- All Saints’ Church, Youlgreave
The Church Organ
The first organ was put into the church in 1877. It was a gift from Mrs. Thornhill Gell. The company that built this organ was called Brindley & Foster. You can find details about this organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
See also
- Listed buildings in Stanton, Derbyshire
