St john the Evangelist church Walton Warrington

This beautiful Victorian church was consecrated in May 1885 during a snowstorm! It was funded by Sir Gilbert Greenall, a wealthy brewery owner. The family lived a Walton Hall, now owned by Warrington Borough Council, and is a very popular amenity for visitors. Sir Gilbert's son became the first Lord Daresbury and the Lord Daresburys continue as patrons of St john's church.
No expense was spared in the construction and fittings; the foremost architects of the day, Paley and Austin of Lancaster were employed, the contractor being R Fairhurst of Whitley.
the font is of Devonshire marble, the reredos is of beautifully carved oak, unusual is depicting Christ's crucifixion.
The lectern is also carved oak, an eagle with claws stretching over an orb, representing the word of God spreading over the world.
The roof is unusual, wagon-shaped with various painted ecclesiastical symbols, the ten commandments painted above the choir stalls.
A fanlight of amber glass in the centre of the tower gives a warm glow to the church.
Lighting was renewed in 1934 with Art Deco lights.
The altar frontals are original 19th century, expertly repaired/renewed by church members.
The high quality organ is a 3 manual Hills & Sons, with fine tonal qualities and splendid casing.
The stained glass windows are original but with some later additions; in the south transept is a window designed by Lady Daresbury in memory of her son, Gilbert, who died in a motoring accident.

Timings & Tours

Saturday 14 September:

1030-1600

Location & directions

St John the evangelist church, Old Chester Road, Walton, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6TQ

Directions:

The church is located off the A56 on Old chester Road. there are traffic lights with signs to Walton Hall Gardens. Go past the Walton Arms pub on the left and the church is on the right through the lychgate.

Contact on day:

Mrs Mary Highmore

Telephone number:

+447758594659

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

Toilets and baby changing facilities are available in the church hall opposite the church. Parking is on Old Chester Road outside church, or at the pay and display carpark at Walton Hall

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