St James' Church, Derby facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St James' The Greater's Church, Derby |
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| St James' The Greater's Church, Derby | |
 St James' The Greater's Church, Derby
Location in Derbyshire
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| 52°54′29.6″N 1°28′10.1″W / 52.908222°N 1.469472°W | |
| Location | Derby, Derbyshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| History | |
| Dedication | St James the Greater |
| Consecrated | 27 December 1866 |
| Architecture | |
| Heritage designation | Grade II listed |
| Architect(s) | Joseph Peacock |
| Groundbreaking | 18 June 1866 |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Walbrook Epiphany |
| Deanery | Derby South |
| Archdeaconry | Derby |
| Diocese | Diocese of Derby |
St James The Greater's Church is a historic building located in Derby, Derbyshire, England. It was once a Church of England parish church. Today, this unique building has found a new purpose as an indoor climbing center.
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Building History and Design
This church is located on Malcolm Street in the Normanton, Derby area of Derby. Its construction began in 1866. The first stone, called the "corner stone," was placed on June 18, 1866. This important event was led by the Archdeacon of Derby, a senior church official, named Ven. Thomas Hill.
Who Built the Church?
The church was designed by an architect named Joseph Peacock. He was from Bloomsbury Square in London. The company that built the church was William Huddlestone from Lincoln. They worked very quickly.
When Was the Church Ready?
The church was officially made sacred and ready for use on December 27, 1866. This special ceremony was performed by the Bishop of Lichfield. Even though the church was ready, the tall tower and spire that were planned for the building were not finished at that time.
Changes Over Time
In 1996, St James' Church joined with three other churches in Derby. These were St Thomas’, St Augustine's, and St Chad's. Together, they formed a new larger church area called the parish of Walbrook Epiphany. Today, the St James’ Church building is used as the Alter Rock climbing center.
Church Organ and Music
A large musical instrument called an organ was added to the church. This happened in 1874. The organ was built by a company called Brindley & Foster. It was first played on Easter Sunday of that year.
Organists of the Church
An organist is a person who plays the organ. Here are some of the people who played the organ at St James' Church:
- W.H. Orme (around 1881)
- Henry Jasper Boulderstone (until 1916)
- Frederick J. Stevenson (1918–1944)
After playing at St James', Frederick J. Stevenson became the organist at St John the Evangelist's Church, Derby. The organ is no longer inside the St James' Church building.
See also
- Listed buildings in Derby (Arboretum Ward)
