All Saints Church, Thornton Hough
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All Saints Church, Thornton Hough
All Saint’s Church is a historic Anglican parish church located in Raby Road, Thornton Hough, Merseyside, England.
Key Facts
- Location: Raby Road, Thornton Hough, Merseyside, England
- Denomination: Anglican
- Diocese: Chester
- Architects: John Kirk and Sons
- Construction: 1867-68
- Designation: Grade II listed building
- Style: Gothic Revival
Overview
The church was built in 1867-68 and designed by architects John Kirk and Sons. It is a designated Grade II listed building and is recorded in the National Heritage List for England. The church has a cruciform plan and is constructed in rock-faced red sandstone with dressings in lighter stone. The tower has a broach spire that rises to a height of 120 feet, and there are five clock faces. The interior of the church features a font and reredos in Caen stone, stained glass windows, and a Gothic monument to Joseph Hirst. The church has undergone various renovations and additions over the years, including the addition of a vestry and the replacement of the original pipe organ.