Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Bishopton
County Durham - Built
- 1847
- Listed status
- Grade II listed
- Architect
- Sharpe, Paley and Austin
Sources: Historic England list entry 1185897, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q15979488
Before visiting St Peter's Church, Bishopton
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We do not have confirmed information here about step-free access, accessible toilets, hearing support or supervised children’s groups. If these matter for your visit, ask the church about the specific service you plan to attend.
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About St Peter's Church, Bishopton
St Peter's Church stands in Bishopton, County Durham, and remains an active Church of England parish church. It is part of the Diocese of Durham, within Auckland archdeaconry and Stockton deanery. The building has Grade II listed status for its historic and architectural interest.
Although its origins probably reach back to the 13th century, the church was substantially rebuilt in 1846–47 by Sharpe and Paley, with the north aisle and western tower added at that time. Constructed mainly from sandstone, with limestone used in the chancel, it has roofs of green slate. The three-stage tower features a clock, bell openings, a stair turret and a battlemented top. Medieval grave-slab fragments survive in the walls, while the interior contains a 13th-century font and an 1889 reredos made from Caen stone and marble.
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Frequently asked questions
What denomination is St Peter's Church, Bishopton?⌄
St Peter's Church, Bishopton in Bishopton belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the St Peter's Church, Bishopton building?⌄
The building dates from 1847. It is on the statutory register as a Grade II listed building. The architect was Sharpe, Paley and Austin.
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