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New Church of St. Edward, at Romford - Consecrated on Thursday, September 19th, 1850. Creator: Unknown
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New Church of St. Edward, at Romford - Consecrated on Thursday, September 19th, 1850. Creator: Unknown
New Church of St. Edward, at Romford, [Essex] - Consecrated on Thursday, September 19th, 1850. The foundation-stone of this beautiful Church was laid on the 26th of July, 1849, by Mr. Bramston, M.P...The tower is placed on the south side, facing the road and entrances: it is 21 feet square at bottom; it contains a peal of eight bells, and is surmounted by a spire. The tower and spire are together 150 feet in height. The walls of the Church are built of rubble, faced with Kentish rag-stone, and with Bath stone for the tracing and dressings of the windows, doors, &c'. The architect was...Mr. John Johnson, of John-street, Adelphi; and the contractor, Mr. Kelk, of South-street, Grosvenor-square'. From "Illustrated London News", 1850
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New Church of St. Edward at Romford, Essex, Consecrated on Thursday, September 19th, 1850 This striking print captures the beauty and grandeur of the New Church of St. Edward in Romford, Essex, which was consecrated on September 19, 1850. The foundation stone of this Neo-Gothic masterpiece was laid on July 26, 1849, by Mr. Bramston, M.P., and the architect was Mr. John Johnson of John-street, Adelphi. The contractor, Mr. Kelk of South-street, Grosvenor-square, oversaw the construction. The tower, which is 150 feet in height, is located on the south side of the church and faces the road. It is 21 feet square at the bottom and contains a peal of eight bells. The walls of the church are built of rubble, faced with Kentish rag-stone, and the windows, doors, and other dressings are made of Bath stone. The spire and tower are impressive architectural features of this Gothic Revival church, which was featured in the Illustrated London News in 1850. The print shows the exterior of the church, with its pointed arches, intricate stonework, and outdoor setting. The church's Neo-Gothic style and Victorian-era details make it a standout example of the architectural trends of the time. Sir John Kelk, the contractor, is depicted in the print, standing next to the foundation stone, which adds historical significance to the image. The print also highlights the church's impressive height and the intricate details of its design. Overall, this print provides a glimpse into the past and showcases the beauty and craftsmanship of the New Church of St. Edward in Romford.
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