St James's Church, Hampton Hill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St James's Church |
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St James's Church
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| 51°25′51.4″N 0°21′15.56″W / 51.430944°N 0.3543222°W | |
| Location | Hampton Hill |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Churchmanship | Liberal Anglo-Catholic |
| Website | stjames-hamptonhill.org.uk |
| History | |
| Dedication | St James |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Architect(s) | William Wigginton |
| Completed | 1863 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Hampton Hill |
| Deanery | Hampton |
| Archdeaconry | Middlesex |
| Diocese | Diocese of London |
St James's Church is a beautiful old church located in Hampton Hill, London. It is part of the Church of England and is a special building because it is a Grade II listed building. This means it is protected for its historical and architectural importance. People in Hampton Hill have been coming to St James's Church for many years to worship and be part of the community.
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What is St James's Church?
St James's Church is a local church that serves the area of Hampton Hill. It is dedicated to St James, an important figure in Christian history. The church is known for its "Liberal Anglo-Catholic" style, which means it has some traditions similar to the Catholic Church but is still part of the Church of England.
History of the Church Building
The very first building for St James's Church was opened in 1863. It was designed by an architect named William Wigginton. Churches often start small and then grow as more people join.
How the Church Grew Over Time
After it was first built, the church needed more space. So, work began in 1873 to make it bigger. A church tower was started in 1887 and finished in early 1889. This tower holds a clock that was added in 1893 by a company called Smith of Derby.
The Church Organ
St James's Church has a very special musical instrument: a large pipe organ. This organ was originally built by a company called Bishop and was moved to St James's from St Peter's Church, Eaton Square in 1874.
Upgrades to the Organ
Over the years, the organ has been updated and made even better. It was rebuilt and expanded by Hele and Co in 1912 and again in 1951. In 1997, John Males worked on it, adding new parts from another church, St Mary's Church, Twickenham. You can find out more details about this amazing organ on the National Pipe Organ Register.
