St German's Church facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St German's Church |
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Eglwys Sant Garmon
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St German's Church, Star Street
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| General information | |
| Architectural style | Arts and Crafts |
| Town or city | Cardiff |
| Country | Wales |
| Coordinates | 51°29′4″N 3°9′34″W / 51.48444°N 3.15944°W |
| Construction started | 1881 |
| Completed | 1884 |
| Cost | £5000 |
| Design and construction | |
| Architect | Bodley & Garner |
St German's Church (which in Welsh is Eglwys Sant Garmon) is an old church in Cardiff, Wales. It was built in the 1800s. This church is part of the Church in Wales. It is named after a saint called Germanus of Auxerre. You can find it in the Adamsdown area of Cardiff. The building is considered very important. It is a Grade I Listed building, meaning it has special historical value.
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Building a New Church
The first church in this area was not a proper building. In 1857, people used a converted barn for worship. It was known as Splott Chapel or Christ Church. As more people moved to the area, a bigger church was needed.
In 1874, a temporary church made of iron was put up. But even this soon became too small. The community grew very quickly. By 1881, the people had raised £5,000 to build a new, permanent church.
Starting Construction
A kind person named Lord Tredegar helped. He gave the land for the new church. In April 1882, he also laid the first stone. This was the start of the building work.
The famous architect George Frederick Bodley designed the church. He worked with his partner, Thomas Garner. They built the church between 1881 and 1884. One expert described the church as "tall, spacious and elegant." It also had a big impact on other buildings nearby.
Special Features Inside
Inside the church, there are many interesting things. High up on a wall, there is a beautifully carved organ case. It is painted and looks very grand. This organ case was given to the church by a man named Rev. Francis Edward Nugee. He was a young priest in the area at the time.
Next to the church, there are other buildings. The same architects also built a school and a house for the clergy. These were built at the same time as the church.
Church Opening and New Vicar
St German's Church was officially opened in March 1886. This is called "consecrated." A new parish, or church area, was also created then. In November 2023, Reverend Canon Jarel Robinson-Brown was chosen as the new Vicar. He officially started his role in March 2024.
St German's in the Media
St German's Church has been featured on the radio. The BBC Radio 4 programme The Daily Service has broadcast from the church several times. This means people across the country could hear services from St German's.
