Holy Trinity Church, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear
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A bright and beautiful city church
This handsome brick and stone church was built in 1718-19, perhaps designed by William Etty, who certainly played a part in fitting out the interior. Then in a quiet situation on the edge of a lively and vigorous port; now, again, it is surrounded by open spaces. In 1735 the apse and its 'Venetian' window were added, the west gallery and a new roof in about 1803, but many of the 1719 furnishings remain.
The interior is brightly lit through large clear windows and has many appealing features: the striking baroque chancel arch; an elegant font with a richly ornamented cover; west end stalls for constables, overseers and sidesmen; the fine memorial to the Revd Robert Gray (1838).
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Access information
There is a shallow step into the church. Wheelchair users might need assistance accessing the church through the porch.
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Facilities & Hire
Due to the historic nature of our buildings, only a small number have heating, running water or toilet facilities. The lighting is usually operated via a 'push button' timer or a motion sensor.
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Directions
Off High Street East
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Transport
Nearest railway stations: Sunderland (0.6 miles) and Seaburn (1.6 miles)
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Community information
Useful local links:
- Northumbria Historic Churches Trust: www.northumbriahct.org.uk
- Tyne & Wear Archives and Museums: www.twmuseums.org.uk
- Newcastle & Gateshead Guide: www.newcastlegateshead.com
- Northumbria Historic Churches Trust: www.northumbriahct.org.uk
- Information about England's North East region: www.englandsnortheast.co.uk
- Diocese of Newcastle: www.newcastle.anglican.org.uk
- List of churches in the Diocese of Newcastle: www.achurchnearyou.com
- Northumbria Historic Churches Trust: www.northumbriahct.org.uk
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