A Grade II* listed Anglican church on Buncer Lane, once the spiritual centre of Witton parish, now redundant but preserved as architectural heritage.
At a glance
St Mark’s Church stands in the former parish of Witton in Lancashire. Originally serving as a separate parish church, it was designated Grade II* on the National Heritage List for England, recognising its architectural and historical importance.
History
The church functioned as an independent parish until 2005, when it merged with the adjacent parishes of St Luke and St Philip to form the combined Parish of Christ the King. This consolidation reflected changing patterns of church attendance and parish organisation in the region. The building was placed on the market in 2018 as the diocese sought new uses for the redundant structure.
What you see
St Mark’s is listed at Grade II* status, the second-highest designation in England’s heritage grading system. This classification indicates a particularly important building of more than special interest, though specific architectural details of the structure are not yet documented here.
Cultural significance
The church represents the Victorian and later ecclesiastical heritage of Blackburn’s suburban expansion. Its Grade II* listing acknowledges its value to the local built environment and its role in the spiritual and social life of Witton parish across generations.
Key facts
- Country: United Kingdom
- City: Blackburn with Darwen, Lancashire
- Location: Buncer Lane, former parish of Witton
- Coordinates: 53.7439, −2.5083
- Heritage status: Grade II* listed building, National Heritage List for England
- Diocese: Diocese of Blackburn
- Parish status: Merged into Parish of Christ the King (2005); redundant as of 2018
Practical information & getting there
St Mark’s Church is located at Buncer Lane in Blackburn with Darwen. As the building is redundant and was offered for sale, visitors should verify access before visiting. For travel, Blackburn is served by public transport links from Manchester and Preston. More information is available from the Diocese of Blackburn and the National Heritage List.
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