St. James,The Parish Church of Staveley - UK
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member fellsmanhiker
N 54° 22.793 W 002° 49.101
30U E 511798 N 6025803
The Parish church of Staveley, St. James, was built between 1864 and 1865.
Waymark Code: WM354R
Location: United Kingdom
Date Posted: 02/11/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Regular Member silverquill
Views: 16

S.t James church is a fine example of mid 19th century architecture, but the church's greatest possession is the East Window, beautifully crafted in stained glass,it magnificently displays a depiction of the Crucifixion and the Ascension with starry angles in the background.
It was designed by Sir Edward Burn-Jones and made by William Morris and Co.

Staveley lies at the foot of the Kentmere valley. It is an attractive village 700 years old. The church was originally 15th century ,and the noble tower of that date still remains a superb monument to its builders.
Date the Church was built, dedicated or cornerstone laid: 01/01/1865

Age of Church building determined by?: Church website

If denomination of Church is not part of the name, please provide it here: Church of England

If Church is open to the public, please indicate hours: From: 9:00 AM To: 5:00 PM

Indicate the time that the primary worship service is held. List only one: 12:00 AM

Street address of Church:
St James church Brow Lane
Staveley
Carlisle, Cumbria England
LA 12


Secondary Website for Church or Historic Church Building: [Web Link]

If Church holds a weekly worship service and "all are welcome", please give the day of the week: Not listed

Primary website for Church or Historic Church Building: Not listed

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