Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad
Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad, Sparrow Hill, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1QT
Built and rebuilt over the generations, it ha stonework dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. See the splendid stained glass windows, including the 'Faith, Hope and Charity' window by Edward Burne-Jones, created in the William Morris factory. Thirties stage and film star, Gracie Fields, was baptised in 1898 in the 13th Century font. Furniture and carvings have connections with the Byron family, Lords of the Manor until the poet Lord Byron sold out in the 1800s. Tis is a family friendly venue, suitable for all ages.
On the Saturday, there will be a staged performance by actors of Skylight Circus dramatizing the history of the Church and locality.
Timings & Tours
- Friday 06 September:
- 1400-1600
- Saturday 07 September:
- 1130-1600
- Sunday 08 September:
- 1230-1600
Location & directions
Rochdale Parish Church of St Chad, Sparrow Hill, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16 1QT
- Directions:
- Location signposted around town.
- Contact on day:
- Graham Knox
- Telephone number:
- +447593228561
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Additional information
- Max no of people per tour:
- 20
- Est. tour duration:
- 1 hour(s)
