St James’ Church, Barrow-in-Furness

St James' Church, Barrow-in-Furness — view
St James' Church, Barrow-in-Furness. Photo: Alexander P Kapp, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
BARROW-IN-FURNESS, UNITED KINGDOM · MID-19TH CENTURY
St James’ Church

A Grade II* listed Victorian church on Blake Street, serving the Church of England’s Diocese of Carlisle within the Province of York.

At a glance

St James’ Church stands as a significant example of mid-19th-century ecclesiastical architecture in Barrow-in-Furness. Its Grade II* listing recognizes its historical and architectural importance to the town’s cultural landscape.

History

The present church building dates from the mid-19th century, a period of rapid expansion for Barrow-in-Furness. The church has served the local Anglican community as part of the Diocese of Carlisle, within the ecclesiastical Province of York.

What you see

The building reflects Victorian ecclesiastical design of its era. Its Grade II* status indicates architectural merit worthy of protection and preservation for future generations.

Cultural significance

St James’ Church represents the spiritual and social infrastructure developed during Barrow-in-Furness’s 19th-century growth. As a Grade II* listed structure, it contributes to the town’s architectural heritage and continues to serve its Anglican congregation.

Key facts

  • Country: United Kingdom
  • City: Barrow-in-Furness
  • Coordinates: 54.119, -3.2337
  • Grade II* listed building
  • Diocese: Carlisle (Province of York)

Practical information & getting there

St James’ Church is located on Blake Street in Barrow-in-Furness. For visiting hours and service times, contact the church directly or consult the Diocese of Carlisle website.

Sources & resources

Editorial text © Cultural Heritage Online. Facts drawn from Wikipedia/Wikidata.

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