St Thomas of Canterbury Church, Chester

Name: St Thomas of Canterbury Church
Address: Parkgate Rd, Chester, CH1 4AG, United Kingdom

#33 among attractions in Chester

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

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The Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury is an active Anglican parish church situated in the City of Chester, in an area of the city informally known as "The Garden Quarter", a densely populated area, close to the University. The church was built in 1872, but the parish of St. Oswald which it serves is much older, dating back to about 980 AD. One of the earliest references to St. Oswald's can be found in Bradshaw's. The parish registers date back to 1580. The church is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II listed building. The church is part of the diocese of Chester, the archdeaconry of Chester and the deanery of Chester. The patrons of the parish are the dean and chapter of Chester Cathedral. ()

Completed: 1881 (143 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCapacity: 240Coordinates: 53°11'54"N, 2°53'47"W

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Parkgate RdChester CH1 4AG United Kingdom

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St Thomas of Canterbury Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chester Cathedral, Crypt Chambers, The Falcon, Grosvenor Shopping Centre.

0.5 miSE
Medieval building with a refectory cafe
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Crypt Chambers, Chester
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Nightlife
The Falcon, Chester
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0.7 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Grosvenor Shopping Centre, Chester
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Hiking trail, Hiking
Marches Way, Chester
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City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Chester Town Hall, Chester
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0.6 miSE
Nightlife
Boot Inn, Chester
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0.5 miSE
Memorial
Chester War Memorial, Chester
14 min walk • The Chester War Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the fallen heroes of Chester, United Kingdom. This poignant landmark is a symbol of remembrance for those who sacrificed their lives in the World Wars and subsequent conflicts.
~1650 ftSE
53°11'46"N • 2°53'24"W
Northgate Arena, Chester
8 min walk • Gym, Sport venue, Sport
0.4 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Storyhouse, Chester
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the historic city of Chester, United Kingdom, Storyhouse is a cultural beacon that resonates with the vibrancy of contemporary theatre. This innovative venue, which houses a theatre, cinema, library, and restaurant, has become a cornerstone of...
0.6 miSE
Church, Tower
Addleshaw Tower, Chester
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to St Thomas of Canterbury Church?

Nearby attractions include Chester College Chapel, Chester (4 min walk), University of Chester, Chester (5 min walk), Northgate Church, Chester (5 min walk), Bluecoat School, Chester (9 min walk).

How to get to St Thomas of Canterbury Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Thomas of Canterbury Church:

Bus

St Thomas Canterbury Church • Lines: 15 (2 min walk)
Chester University • Lines: 15, 1A (2 min walk)

Train

Bache (18 min walk)
Chester (19 min walk)