Thursday 9 August 2012

St Stephen's Church


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St Stephen's, the parish church of Flowery Field was consecrated in 1891, the foundation stone having been laid nearly two years earlier. The present building was the outcome of a Mission Church (an offshoot from St. Mary's, Newton, started about 1883), and was erected through the munificence of Colonel Ashton, of Newton, and Little Onn, Staffordshire. It is a fine stone building, in the 13th century style of architecture, containing nave and chancel, and boasting a handsome tower and spire of about 120 feet high. The first vicar was the Rev. T. M. Tozer.


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The Church closed in July 2011 and worshippers must now attend St Mary's, Newton.


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It has been deconsecrated and is for sale at around £180,000.


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See also the sign on Hyde Daily Photo.

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