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St John the Baptist's Church, Winster
St John the Baptist's Church, Winster is a Grade II listed[1] parish church in the Church of England in Winster, Derbyshire.[2] HistoryThe tower dates from 1721. Matthew Habershon made alterations in 1840 to 1842, and A Roland Barker started some restoration in 1884.[3] which was completed in 1885.[4] The chancel was demolished and replaced with a larger one, with Minton tiles in the floor. Vestries for the clergy and the choir were constructed. Choir stalls were inserted, a new altar was added and the lighting was improved. The chancel south wall window is by Burne-Jones and was made by Morris and co in 1883. Parish statusThe church is in a joint parish with:
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Organ The church contains a pipe organ by Abbott. The organ comprised two manuals and pedal with 14 speaking stops and was erected at a cost of £350. The new organ was opened on 28 November 1888 by Arthur Francis Smith of Derby.[13] A specification of the organ can be found on the National Pipe Organ Register.[14] BellsThe tower contains a ring of 5 bells. The 1st is of 1892 by John Taylor, the 2nd of 1846 by John Taylor, The 3rd of 1880 by John Warner & Sons, the 4th by Daniel Hedderly, and the Tenor by John Warner & Sons of 1860.[15] ChurchyardThe churchyard contains memorials to five soldiers.[16]
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