Church of St John the Baptist, Hooleyhey Lane, Saltersford, Rainow, Cheshire East (UA) - Cheshire East (UA)
Rural church built by local subscription in 1733 in a vernacular style. Chancel and additional tower in 1755. External stone stair giving access to the rear balcony and tower. Interior has simple fixed boxed pews and wainscotting including to the rear of the altar. The church is suffering from extensive water ingress problems associated with the abutment of the external steps. The church is also known as Jenkin Chapel.
Site Details
- Designated Site Name:
- Church of St John the Baptist
- Heritage Category:
- Listed Building grade II*
- List Entry Number:
- 1138927
- Local Planning Authority:
- Cheshire East (UA)
- Site Type:
- Religious ritual and funerary > Chapel
Location
- Building Name:
- Church of St John the Baptist
- Street Name:
- Hooleyhey Lane
- Locality:
- Saltersford
- Unitary Authority:
- Cheshire East (UA)
- Parish:
- Rainow
- National Park:
- Peak District (NP)
- Parliamentary Constituency:
- Macclesfield
- Region:
- North West
Assessment Information
- Assessment Type:
- Place of worship
- Condition:
- Very bad
- Priority:
- A - Immediate risk of further rapid deterioration or loss of fabric; no solution agreed
- Previous Priority:
- A
- Ownership:
- Religious organisation
- Designation:
- Listed Place of Worship grade II*
Contact Details
Peter Barlow 0161 242 1403
