St Luke's Church, Oakhanger facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Luke's Church, Oakhanger |
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St Luke's Church, Oakhanger
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| OS grid reference | SJ 765 545 |
| Location | Church Lane, Oakhanger, Cheshire |
| Country | England |
| Denomination | Anglican |
| Website | St Luke, Oakhanger |
| History | |
| Status | Mission church |
| Dedication | Saint Luke |
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| Functional status | Active |
| Heritage designation | Grade II |
| Designated | 14 June 1984 |
| Architectural type | Chapel |
| Style | Gothic Revival |
| Completed | 1870 |
| Specifications | |
| Materials | Brick, tiled roof |
| Administration | |
| Parish | Alsager |
| Deanery | Congleton |
| Archdeaconry | Macclesfield |
| Diocese | Chester |
| Province | York |
St Luke's Church is a special building located in Oakhanger, a village in Cheshire, England. It is an active Anglican church, which means it's part of the Church of England. It's known as a "mission church" because it helps spread the Christian faith in its local area. St Luke's is also a "Grade II listed building," which means it's an important historical building protected by law.
History of St Luke's
This church building has an interesting past! It was first built in 1870. Back then, it wasn't just a church. It was a school chapel, which means it was a place for both school lessons and church services. It even had a house attached for the school's master (teacher).
Church Design and Features
St Luke's Church is built from red bricks. It stands on a strong base made of blue bricks, called a plinth. The roof is covered with blue tiles.
Inside the Church
The church has a simple layout. It includes a main area called the nave, where people sit. There's also a smaller, lower section at the front called the chancel. This is where the altar is located. You'll also find a small entrance area called a porch.
Special Details
Look up at the roof! You'll see a small tower on top, called a bellcote. This is where the church bell is kept. The windows in the church have pointed arches. They also have special patterns of bars that cross each other. Inside, there's a wooden pulpit, which is a raised stand where the preacher speaks. The altar has a special panel. It shows figures that represent Faith, Hope, and Charity.
See also
- Listed buildings in Haslington
