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Holy Trinity

A lovely church at the heart of the linked village communities of Sibford Gower, Sibford Ferris and Burdrop.

Sibford Gower, Oxfordshire

Opening times

The church is open daily from dawn to dusk. All are welcome to come in.

Address

Acre Ditch
Main Street
Sibford Gower
Oxfordshire
OX15 5RW

Constructed in 1840 by Grant and public subscription, and extended in 1897, the church is in a simple Early English Style and cruciform plan.

The interior is powerful in design with king post trusses that frame the wide crossing. There are some excellent examples of Victorian and Edwardian stained glass windows, fine pews and choir stalls. There is a more modern window in the south wall erected in memory of Flying Officer Hugh Oddie who gave his life in Holland in 1943. He was the grandson of the headmaster at Sibford School and his mother designed the window and silver processional cross located to the right of the chancel. The single manual organ was also erected by public subscription in 1906and dedicated by the Bishop of Oxford.

Other artistic treasures include a tall wooden Paschal ( Easter ) candleholder and a sturdy five pillared wooden lectern, also provided by public subscription. The Ten Commandments are inscribed on the reredos behind the altar table where it has been suggested that some of the stones behind the screen appear to be older than 1840. On the right of the altar is a charming mosaic memorial with a sculptured bust to Isabella, the mother of Frank Lascelles. He was the son of Revd Edward Stevens (Vicar of Sibford 1874-898) and a very talented artist, sculptor, writer and Pageant Master to Queen Victoria. Frank Lascelles was a striking figure in the Village community who entertained many famous guests including the composer and lyricist Ivor Novello.

  • Captivating architecture

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Social heritage stories

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • On street parking at church

  • Parking within 250m

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • The church building is used increasingly by community groups as part of our outreach and mission programmes.

  • Church of England

Contact information

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