A radical Anglican parish church in Greater Manchester, designed by the celebrated Lancaster practice Paley and Austin and hailed by architectural historians as one of their most thrilling works.
At a glance
St Peter’s Church stands on Firs Lane in Westleigh, a district of Leigh. The active Anglican parish church serves the deanery of Leigh within the diocese of Manchester. It holds Grade II* listed status on England’s National Heritage List.
History
St Peter’s was designed by Paley and Austin, the distinguished Lancaster architectural firm. The church remains in active use as an Anglican parish church today, serving its community within the broader ecclesiastical structure of the Manchester diocese.
What you see
Architectural historians Pollard and Pevsner describe St Peter’s as “one of their most radical and thrilling churches,” reflecting Paley and Austin’s innovative approach to church design. The building’s Grade II* listing recognises its architectural significance and design quality.
Cultural significance
The church represents an important example of late 19th or early 20th-century Anglican ecclesiastical architecture. Its designation as a Grade II* listed building underscores its value within England’s built heritage, and its recognition by leading architectural historians confirms its place among significant works of the period.
Key facts
- Location: Firs Lane, Westleigh, Leigh, Greater Manchester
- Country: United Kingdom
- Architect: Paley and Austin (Lancaster)
- Heritage status: Grade II* listed building
- Ecclesiastical status: Active Anglican parish church, deanery of Leigh, diocese of Manchester
- Coordinates: 53.4984, −2.5376
Practical information & getting there
St Peter’s Church is located in Westleigh, accessible via Firs Lane. As an active parish church, visiting hours and services are subject to the church’s schedule. Contact details and service times are available through the diocese of Manchester.
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