Ss Mary and Romuald, Yarm facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mary and St Romuald |
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| Denomination | Catholic Church |
| Churchmanship | Latin Church |
| Website | Ss Mary and Romuald |
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| Dedication | Blessed Virgin Mary, St Romuald |
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| Diocese | Middlesbrough |
| Province | Liverpool |
St Mary and St Romuald is a Catholic parish church found in Yarm, a town in North Yorkshire, England. It is part of the Diocese of Middlesbrough, which helps manage Catholic churches in that area.
The Church's Story
The land where St Mary and St Romuald church stands has a long history. It was once connected to a Black Friars monastery. This monastery was built in Yarm way back in 1260.
The church started as a private chapel for the Meynell family. In 1860, the community received its own church building. This was a special gift from Thomas Meynell to his wife. The church is named after the Blessed Virgin Mary and Saint Romuald. Saint Romuald was a leader of monks. He was born in Ravenna, a city the Meynell family enjoyed visiting.
The main priest for the church is the Very Rev. Canon Alan Sheridan. He has been the priest since 2023.
How the Church Looks
The church was designed by two architects, Hadfield and Goldie, from Sheffield. It is built using red bricks and has a slate roof. The design shows a popular style from the 1860s. This style used different colored bricks to create patterns.
The large window at the east end of the church was designed by John Hardman Powell. He worked for a company called Hardman & Co..
The church is a "Grade II listed building." This means it is an important historical building that needs to be protected. It is special because it is an early church designed by George Goldie that has not been changed much over time.
Find Out More
- Diocese website
- Parish website
