St Philip's Church, Pennyfoot Street facts for kids

St. Philip's Church was a special building in Nottingham, England. It was a Church of England church located on Pennyfoot Street. The church stood for many years, from 1879 until 1963.

History of St. Philip's Church

Building a New Church

St. Philip's Church was built because the nearby St Luke's Church, Nottingham needed more space for its growing community. The church was designed by an architect named Richard Charles Sutton. It was built to honor Thomas Adams, who was a famous lace maker.

In May 1876, people who wanted the church built asked for money from a group called the Incorporated Church Building Society. The church was designed in a style called 14th Century Gothic. It had 616 seats for people to sit.

Construction and Opening

The total cost to build St. Philip's Church was £7,750. This amount would be worth a lot more money today! The church had a main area called a nave, with aisles on the sides. It also had a special room for the organ and a vestry. The front part of the church, called the chancel, was shaped like a half-circle.

The church was built using strong Mansfield stone. The builder was Charles Lowe, and the plumber was Mr. Hardisty. On November 18, 1879, the church was officially opened. This ceremony was led by the Bishop of Lincoln, Christopher Wordsworth.

Later Years and Closure

In 1924, St. Luke's Church and St. Philip's Church joined together. Sadly, St. Luke's Church was later taken down. St. Philip's Church continued to stand until 1963.

In 1963, St. Philip's Church was also demolished, meaning it was taken down. The people who used to go to St. Philip's Church then moved to worship at St Christopher's Church, Sneinton.

Church Organists

• J. Gordon Wood (1913 – 1922)
• Hugh Wayman (until 1963)