While we do not have the specifications for the original building of St. John's Church or the slightly later completion of the tower to accommodate the 2nd clock, there were continuous pressures to alter and expand the building which have continued until the present time.
Faculties
Diocesan faculties were required for any installation or alteration to the church building, such as the installation of a window or plaque as a memorial. Our faculty documents are definitely incomplete, and there is some evidence that the requirement was not always adhered to!
The contents of this box are listed in the linked Index of Correspondence.
Specifications for Building Works and Diocesan Faculties
Identifer
ASJ2024.98Physical Description
ASAC C2A Box 5While we do not have the specifications for the original building of St. John's Church or the slightly later completion of the tower to accommodate the 2nd clock, there were continuous pressures to alter and expand the building which have continued until the present time.
Faculties
Diocesan faculties were required for any installation or alteration to the church building, such as the installation of a window or plaque as a memorial. Our faculty documents are definitely incomplete, and there is some evidence that the requirement was not always adhered to!
The contents of this box are listed in the linked Index of Correspondence.
Historical Details
A church building is subject to continuous need for repair, modification, expansion and adaptation. These documents cover a number of significant stages including the 1866 chancel enlargement and the 1938 rebuilding of the nave, as well as some of the enlargements and enhancements of the organ and rectory.Materials
papersDating of Item
1838-2014Database Date: Faculty Date:
November 19 2024;