St Mark's, Winshill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Mark's Church, Winshill |
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A view of St Mark's from the south
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| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | https://www.stmarkswinshill.co.uk |
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| Dedication | St Mark |
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| Diocese | Diocese of Derby |
| Province | Province of Canterbury |
St Mark's is a special church in Winshill, which is a part of Burton upon Trent. It belongs to the Church of England. This church serves the local community in Winshill.
You can see St Mark's Church from far away. It sits high up on a hill, looking over the River Trent valley. This makes it a well-known landmark. It is also a "Grade II listed building." This means it's an important historical building that is protected.
About St Mark's Church
St Mark's Church is located in Winshill, east of Burton upon Trent. Its high position means it's a well-known sight. People can spot it from miles away along the River Trent valley. This church is also a "Grade II listed building." This means it's an important historical building that is protected.
History of the Church
St Mark's Church first opened its doors in 1869. It was designed by an architect named Edward Holmes. A wealthy brewer, John Gretton, paid for the church to be built. He lived at Bladon House.
The church was built in a style called "Gothic revival". This style brings back ideas from old medieval churches. It has a main area called a nave and side areas called aisles. There is also a chancel and a tower with a pointy spire.
Winshill was once part of Derbyshire. So, the church first belonged to the Archdeaconry of Derby. This was part of the Diocese of Lichfield. In 1884, the Archdeaconry of Derby moved to the new Diocese of Southwell. Later, on July 7, 1927, the Archdeaconries of Derby and Chesterfield became the Diocese of Derby.
Famous Burials
A brave hero from the First World War is buried in the churchyard. His name was William Harold Coltman. He received many awards for his bravery. These include the VC, the DCM and Bar, and the MM and Bar. His wife, Eleanor, is also buried with him.
The Church Bells
The church tower has a set of six bells. These bells were made by Taylor's of Loughborough. The bells have different weights and sounds. The lightest bell weighs about 7.5 hundredweight (cwt). The heaviest bell weighs about 18.5 cwt. All together, the bells weigh over 67 cwt.
These bells are rung every Sunday for church services. They are also rung for special events like weddings and funerals. Sometimes, groups of bell ringers, called campanologists, visit to ring them too.
Gallery
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St Mark's Church
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The view from the eastern gates of St Mark's
