Key facts
- Denomination
- Church of England
- Address
- Julian Road
Bath, BA1 2RH
Somerset - Built
- 1795
- Listed status
- Grade II listed
- Architect
- John Palmer
Sources: Historic England list entry 1395923, Wikipedia, Wikidata Q5108670, OpenStreetMap, www.christchurchbath.org
Before visiting Christ Church
Service times are not recorded in this listing. We cannot confirm when the next service takes place or whether the building opens outside worship hours.
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.
Check the church’s website →About Christ Church
Christ Church is a Church of England proprietary chapel on Julian Road in Bath, Somerset. Although it is not a parish church, it holds regular worship and activities in a similar pattern, serving people from the neighbourhood and beyond. The Grade II listed church belongs to a charitable trust and is overseen by trustees and a church council within the Diocese of Bath and Wells.
Founded by clergy and lay supporters concerned about social exclusion, the church enabled people unable to pay pew rents to worship without charge. John Palmer designed the building, which was completed in 1798 with Gothic Revival details and classical proportions. It has north and south aisles, galleries on three sides, and an apse added by John Elkington Gill in 1865–66. Notable features include stained glass by A. O. Hemming, James Powell and Sons, and Clayton and Bell, alongside a distinctive timber altarpiece. Its organ has undergone several restorations, while recast bells were installed in the tower in 2015.
Getting there
Frequently asked questions
Where is Christ Church?⌄
Christ Church is at Julian Road, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2RH.
What denomination is Christ Church?⌄
Christ Church in Bath belongs to the Church of England tradition.
How old is the Christ Church building?⌄
The building dates from 1795. It is on the statutory register as a Grade II listed building. The architect was John Palmer.
How do I contact Christ Church?⌄
You can reach Christ Church through its website at www.christchurchbath.org.
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