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Chorley St Peter
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Address
St Peter's Vicarage,
Harper's Lane,
Chorley,
PR6 0HT
01257 263 423 (& fax)
Map
OS grid reference SD589184
Description
St Peter's Church was
built in 1850/51 to meet an ever increasing demand for a church on the North
Eastern side of Chorley. It was consecrated on St Mark's Day, 1851 by the first
Bishop of Manchester, the Rt. Revd. James Prince Lee. The Architect was Charles
Reed of Liverpool.
Stone for the building was donated by Lady Hoghton from her quarry and free
transport of stone was done by local farmers. The total cost of the building was
£2,131. 17s. 10d.
Seating for 450, Early English style, A nave, clerestory, two aisles, chancel,
north porch, vestry and belfry turret at the west end of the north aisle.
Architect's description: "The general effect is expected to be very quaint
and beautiful, while its elevated situation will make it a charming landmark
from every side".
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