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St John the Baptist

Village church built 1868-1870 by local landowner in the Gothic style on the site of a 13th century Knights Templar Chapel.

Keele, Staffordshire

Opening times

Visitors to the church are welcome. The building is not open outside times of worship but access can be arranged by contacing Diane Smith as below.

Address

Church Bank
Keele
Staffordshire
ST5 5AT

A fine example of a Victorian Gothic church in the Decorated style of 14th century. 

Listed Grade II*. Built of local stone and designed by local architect, Thomas Lewis, with a high-pitched roof over a nave with north and south aisles, a chancel, a side chapel and vestries.

An unlikely feature is the rare survival of a medieval stained glass window. There is a ring of six bells with an active team of ringers. Notably a close association with the Sneyd family of Keele Hall ( now the site of Keele University). The church stands at the heart and highest point of the former estate village of Keele and is surrounded by an attractive and well maintained churchyard.

  • Captivating architecture

  • Enchanting atmosphere

  • Fascinating churchyard

  • Magnificent memorials

  • Social heritage stories

  • Spectacular stained glass

  • Wildlife haven

  • Accessible toilets in church

  • Car park at church

  • Level access to the main areas

  • On street parking at church

  • Parking within 250m

  • Steps to enter the church or churchyard

  • Walkers & cyclists welcome

  • Occasional events, please visit website.

  • Church of England

Contact information

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