St Andrew's Church, Lincoln facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Andrew's Church, Lincoln |
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| Location | Lincoln |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | James Fowler |
| Groundbreaking | 1876 |
| Completed | 1877 |
| Construction cost | £6,000 |
| Closed | 1968 |
| Demolished | 1968 |
St Andrew's Church was a special church located on Canwick Road in Lincoln, England. It was part of the Church of England. This church served its community from 1877 until 1968.
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The Church's Story
Building a New Church
St Andrew's Church started as a "chapel of ease." This means it was a smaller church built to help a larger main church, St Peter at Gowts. It made it easier for people living far from the main church to attend services. The church was built between 1876 and 1877.
The building was designed by an architect named James Fowler. He used a style called Early English. This style is known for its tall, narrow windows and simple, strong shapes. The church was quite large and could seat about 600 people.
Opening and Decorating
The official opening ceremony, called a consecration service, happened on Tuesday, May 21, 1878. The Bishop of Lincoln, Christopher Wordsworth, was there to lead the service.
The chancel, which is the part of the church near the altar, was beautifully decorated. These decorations were created by an artist named George Frederick Bodley.
Becoming Its Own Parish
After a few years, St Andrew's Church became a parish in its own right. This happened on December 21, 1883. Being a parish meant it had its own area and its own priest to serve the local community.
Closing Down
Sadly, St Andrew's Church was closed and taken down in 1968. Later, in 1980, its parish area was joined back with the parish of St Peter at Gowts.
The Church Organ
A Special Musical Instrument
The church had a wonderful organ that was put in place in 1881. It was built by a company called Wordsworth and Maskell. An organ is a large musical instrument that uses pipes to make sound.
The design for the organ's case and its musical features were suggested by Canon Frederick Heathcote Sutton. He was the Rector of St. Helen's Church, Brant Broughton. You can find more details about this organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
Organists of St Andrew's
These are some of the people who played the organ at St Andrew's Church:
- William Rose Pullein
- Ernest Pullein (from 1898 to 1908)
