St Simon's Church, Shepherd's Bush facts for kids
Quick facts for kids St Simon's Church, Shepherd's Bush |
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Church of St Simon, Shepherd's Bush
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| Location | Shepherd's Bush, London |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Denomination | Church of England |
| Website | https://www.stsimons.co.uk |
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| Dedication | St Simon |
| Architecture | |
| Architect(s) | Sir Arthur Blomfield |
| Style | Victorian Gothic |
| Years built | 1879 - 1886 |
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| Diocese | London |
St Simon's Church is a special building in Shepherd's Bush, London. It is a Church of England parish church. This beautiful church was built between 1879 and 1886. A famous architect named Sir Arthur Blomfield designed it. He used a style called Gothic Revival, which looks like old medieval churches. The church has a tall tower and stands on Rockley Road, near Shepherd's Bush Green.
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A Look Back: The Church's History
Building St Simon's Church
St Simon's Church is a late Victorian building. It was constructed from 1879 to 1886. The architect, Sir Arthur Blomfield, was well-known for his church designs. The very first stone was placed on March 6, 1878. This was done by John Derby Allcroft, who was a kind person and a Member of Parliament. The first church service happened in 1880.
The church's main worship area, called the chancel, was finished in 1886. The parish hall and the tall spire were also completed then. The tower and spire are colorful. They have horizontal stripes of different colored stone.
The church's organ is quite old. It was made in 1865. The church bought it from Dunblane Cathedral in 1893. A note on the organ says it was "rebuilt by Eustace Ingram, London 1893."
Changes in the 20th Century
In 1903, beautiful stained glass was added to the East window. This was done to remember the church's first vicar, Reverend Robert Handcock. Stained glass windows often tell stories or honor important people.
St Simon's Church Today
Today, St Simon's Church is surrounded by homes built in the late Victorian and early Edwardian times. It is located just a short walk south of Shepherd's Bush Green. The church still has its impressive spire and clock tower. The current vicar, who leads the church, is The Reverend Cameron Collington.
See Also
- History of Shepherd's Bush
- List of Commissioners' churches in London
- St Stephen's Church, Shepherd's Bush
Images for kids
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St Simon's Church, Shepherd's Bush, Foundation Stone
